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BJC HealthCare

Inpatient Coder I

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$20.17 - $33.51/hr

This is an entry level role. Must have one of the following certifications - * CCS or CCA or RHIA or RHIT Remote eligible states: * Alabama Kentucky Oklahoma * Arkansas Louisiana South Carolina

BJC HealthCare

Inpatient Coder I

Saint Louis, MO · Remote

$19.75 - $23.75/hr

This is an entry level role. Must have one of the following certifications - * CCS or CCA or RHIA or RHIT Remote eligible states: * Alabama Kentucky Oklahoma * Arkansas Louisiana South Carolina

Select Medical

Inpatient Coder

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$24.50/hr

About the Opportunity Select Medical is seeking an entry-level inpatient coder responsible for ... RHIA, RHIT, CCS or CPC-H credentials. * Experience in ICD-10-CM diagnoses, procedure coding and DRG ...

Select Medical

Inpatient Coder

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$24.50/hr

About the Opportunity Select Medical is seeking an entry-level inpatient coder responsible for ... RHIA, RHIT, CCS or CPC-H credentials. * Experience in ICD-10-CM diagnoses, procedure coding and DRG ...

Select Medical

Inpatient Coder

Mechanicsburg, PA

$24.50/hr

We'd love for you to join our team! Entry-level position responsible for reviewing ... RHIA, RHIT, CCS or CPC-H credentials. * Experience in ICD-10-CM diagnoses, procedure coding and DRG ...

The LaSalle Group

Outpatient Surgery Coder

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

RHIA, RHIT or CCS credential required * Hands-on experience coding outpatient surgical cases ... entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance ...

Froedtert

CODER OUTPATIENT II

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$23.20 - $34.34/hr

... entry-level coders. EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION: A minimum of 1 year of HIM Coding experience in ... RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CCA/CCS-P,CPC/CIC/CPC or CPC-A is required. Compensation, Benefits & Perks at ...

FROEDTERT HEALTH

CODER OUTPATIENT II

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$23.20 - $34.34/hr

... entry-level coders. EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION: A minimum of 1 year of HIM Coding experience in ... RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CCA/CCS-P,CPC/CIC/CPC or CPC-A isrequired. Compensation, Benefits & Perks at ...

BJC

Health Information Management Specialist

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$96K - $97K/yr

Great entry level job opportunity! 40-Hours per week Day Shift Benefit Eligible NO CALL, NO WEEKENDS, NO HOLIDAYS Overview BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC ...

Froedtert Health

CODER OUTPATIENT II

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$23.20 - $34.34/hr

... entry-level coders. EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION: A minimum of 1 year of HIM Coding experience in ... RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CCA/CCS-P,CPC/CIC/CPC or CPC-A isrequired. Compensation, Benefits & Perks at ...

The LaSalle Group

Inpatient Coder

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Active AHIMA credential (RHIT, RHIA or CCS required) * 2+ years of recent inpatient facility coding ... entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance ...

Albanymed

HIM Technician

Glens Falls, NY

$46K - $60K/yr

This entry-level position focuses on the retrieval, preparation, scanning and indexing of clinical ... RHIA, RHIT - preferred Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be ...

Albany Med

HIM Technician

Glens Falls, NY · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

This entry-level position focuses on the retrieval, preparation, scanning and indexing of clinical ... RHIA, RHIT - preferred Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be ...

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To thrive as an Entry Level RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), you need a bachelor’s degree in health information management, RHIA certification, and a strong grasp of healthcare data management principles. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical coding software, and HIPAA regulations is expected. Effective communication, attention to detail, and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare setting are valuable soft skills. These competencies are crucial for maintaining patient record accuracy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating efficiently with clinical and administrative teams.

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Inpatient Coder I

BJC HealthCare

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

$20.17 - $33.51/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

BJC Healthcare rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 230 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

192nd of 896 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Additional Information About the Role
BJC is hiring for an Inpatient I Coder position. This is an entry level role.
Must have one of the following certifications -
  • CCS or CCA or RHIA or RHIT

Remote eligible states:
  • Alabama Kentucky Oklahoma
  • Arkansas Louisiana South Carolina
  • Florida Mississippi Tennessee
  • Georgia Louisiana Texas
  • Indiana North Carolina Wisconsin
  • Iowa Ohio

Overview
BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice.
BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development.
BJC's patients have access to the latest advances in medical science and technology through a formal affiliation between Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital with the renowned Washington University School of Medicine, which consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the country.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
The Inpatient Coder I assigns diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters, while adhering to all regulatory guidelines.
Responsibilities
  • Accurately abstracts data elements as required.
  • Stays current of all changes in coding conventions, regulatory guidelines, code updates and BJC coding guidance.
  • Thoroughly reviews and analyzes patient encounters for compliant coding. Queries provider for clarification or additional information as required.
  • Accurately assigns codes in a timely manner. Interprets, assesses and evaluates provider documentation for appropriate DRG assignment.
  • Effectively collaborates with leadership, colleagues and customers (CDI, HIM Operations, and other departments) as appropriate to ensure the integrity of the medical record and coding compliance.

    • Minimum Requirements
    Education
  • High School Diploma or GED

    • Experience
  • No Experience

    • Supervisor Experience
  • No Experience

    • Licenses & Certifications
  • Cert/Lic in Area of Expertise
  • CCS or CCA or RHIA or RHIT

    • Preferred Requirements
    Experience
  • 2-5 years

    • Benefits and Legal Statement
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    At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
    • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
    • Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
    • 401(k) plan with BJC match
    • Tuition Assistance available on first day
    • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
    • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
    • Adoption assistance

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    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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    BJC Healthcare, situated in Saint Louis, MO, US, is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the United States. Launched in 1993, BJC encompasses 15 hospitals and multiple health service organizations covering the metropolitan St. Louis area, mid-Missouri and Southern Illinois. This healthcare titan's services cover a vast field, from community health and wellness, to pediatric care, to advanced specialty care. BJC is well-known for its two nationally recognized hospitals, Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital, both affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine. Its mission revolves around improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves through leadership, education, innovation, and excellence in medicine.

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