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Covenant Health

SUPV PHYS OFF CDI

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$30 - $40.25/hr

... CDI) Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift Covenant Medical Group Overview: Covenant ... Instills an equal appreciation in Coding personnel for complete and accurate information and the ...

Firstsource

Patient Financial Advocate

Nashville, TN · On-site

ONSITE at a Medical Facility in Nashiville, TN Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Full Time ... Code of Conduct. • Maintain awareness of and actively participate in the Corporate Compliance ...

Beats Family Dentistry

Dental hygienist

Lafayette, TN · On-site

$35 - $39/hr

Salary Range Full-time $35 - $39 per hour Pay: $35.00 - $39.00 per hour Benefits 401(k) 401(k) ... Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and medical coding ...

Firstsource

Patient Advocate Specialist

Franklin, TN · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

FULL Time, Entry Level - GREAT way to get hands on experience! Plenty of opportunities for growth ... medical coding, medical billing, eligibility (hospital or government) or other pertinent medical ...

Mittal Kidney And Dialysis PC

Medical Assistant

Cordova, TN · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

... codes, and regulations. * Communicate with other medical staff. * Communicate with patients and their families. * Crosstrain in all aspects of the medical office Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.00 - $17 ...

Mittal Kidney And Dialysis PC

Medical Assistant

Cordova, TN · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

... codes, and regulations. * Communicate with other medical staff. * Communicate with patients and their families. * Crosstrain in all aspects of the medical office Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.00 - $17 ...

RemX

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Medical Billing Insurance Follow Up Specialist

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

This is a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity for candidates with experience in medical billing ... Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding concepts * Experience working with ...

IVX Health

Prior Authorization Coordinator

Brentwood, TN · On-site +1

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Associate's degree in Medical Office Management, Medical Insurance, or Medical Coding is a plus ... In addition to cash pay, full-time regular employees are eligible for 401(k), health benefits, and ...

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What is the difference between Full Time Medical Coding vs Part Time Medical Coding?

AspectFull Time Medical CodingPart Time Medical Coding
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekLess than 30 hours per week
CertificationsRequired certifications like CPC or CCSSame certifications as full time
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, insurance companiesSimilar environments, often remote
Job ResponsibilitiesComplete coding, ensure compliance, documentation reviewSame responsibilities, flexible schedule

Full Time Medical Coding involves standard 35-40 hour workweeks with consistent responsibilities, often in healthcare facilities. Part Time Medical Coding offers flexible hours with similar duties and certifications. Both roles require comparable skills and certifications, but differ mainly in hours worked and scheduling flexibility.

Do full time medical coders work full time?

Full time medical coders typically work standard full-time hours, usually around 40 hours per week, often during regular business hours. Some positions may require overtime or weekend work depending on the employer and workload. Certification and experience can influence scheduling flexibility and job demands.

How much do full-time medical coders make?

Full-time medical coders typically earn an average annual salary ranging from $45,000 to $60,000, depending on experience, certification, and location. Certified coders with specialized skills or working in high-demand environments can earn higher wages, and many roles require knowledge of coding systems like ICD-10 and CPT.
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Outpatient Coding Specialist - Surgery (Remote)

Lifepoint Health

Brentwood, TN • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

LifePoint Health rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 271 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

748th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Outpatient Coding Specialist
Schedule: Flexible Shifts! You provide your manager with the days and start/end time you are available to complete your 40hrs per week. All United States time zones are welcome.
Job Location Type: Remote
Your experience matters
At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier ®.
How you'll contribute
Assign diagnosis and procedure codes using the appropriate coding classification system on all episodes of care in the emergency department, same-day surgery, outpatient clinic, observation, inpatient OB/newborn hospital, specialty clinic encounters according to coding conventions, guidelines, and hospital policy, analyzing questionable documentation to ensure to the accuracy of the information and resolve identified issues. Ensure compliance with official guidelines (ICD-10-CM, AHA Coding Clinic, AMA CPT Assistant and Guidelines), AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding, and LifePoint Health Support Center (HSC) policies and procedures.
A Outpatient Coding Specialist who excels in this role:
  • Assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD 10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements for hospital billing.
  • Achieve and maintain 95% accuracy on quality reviews and assigned productivity standards.
  • Must be familiar with Ambulatory Payment Categories (APCs, the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS), National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) guidelines, Local and National Coverage Decisions, and other medical necessity/compliance guidelines for billing and coding.
  • May verify, edit and/or enter charges based on documentation or payer/billing.
  • Maintain knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the coding area.
  • Follow coding workflows for service type to include addressing compliance reviews.
  • Submit physician queries when clarification of documentation is needed.
  • Facilitate a positive working relationship with physicians, nurses, medical staff, and hospital employees to ensure that all work-related encounters are productive.
  • May assist in training and reviewing the work of other coders for accuracy and efficiency.
  • Make recommendations to the supervisor and implement and monitor results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department.
  • Seek advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.
  • Assist others with responsibilities and adjusts work schedule to meet department needs.
  • Use independent discretion/decision-making while effectively working remotely.
  • Attend required educational webinars, conference calls, and other coding seminars, and participate in all formal and informal coding discussions.
  • Maintain coding education hours and renew annual coding credentials as applicable.
  • Complete all assigned compliance courses within the designated period.
  • Conform to AHIMA's Code of Ethics and Standards of Ethical Coding, LifePoint Attendance Policy, and ensure patient/employee privacy and dignity by maintaining confidentiality with no infractions.
  • Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.

Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for
  • Education: Associate degree in health-related field preferred.
  • Experience: One year of outpatient coding experience in an acute care hospital is required.
  • Certifications: Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred.

EEOC Statement
"Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."
You must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
About Us
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
About the Team
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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