Medical Coding Associate Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format.Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team.

Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.What We're Looking ForWe're looking for experienced and credentialed inpatient coders to become an integral part of our team. The ideal candidate for this role possesses high attention to detail and a depth of knowledge in medical terminology.

This role is fully remote with a flexible schedule, allowing you to help shape the future of healthcare from your own workspace!What You Will Do:Assign diagnostic and procedural codes using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codesAccurately sequence and abstract medical codes from patient records, ensuring precision and adherence to documentationOversee and audit the work of Level 1 & 2 Coders, where applicableChampion documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues, facilitating resolution with relevant stakeholdersUphold an overall 95% coding accuracy rate and a 95% accuracy rate for MS-DRG assignmentsMaintain site-specific productivity benchmarksFoster professional communication with colleagues, management, and hospital staff, while addressing clinical and reimbursement issuesWhat You Need to Succeed:A minimum of 3 years of recent inpatient coding facility experienceCCS, RHIT, or RHIA preferredStrong verbal and written communication skillsWhat Helps You Stand Out:Associate or Bachelor's degree from an AHIMA-certified HIM or Nursing Program, or completion of a certificate program from AHIMA/AAPC with a preference for CCSMinimum of 3 years of inpatient coding experience at a Level I Trauma Center, preferably within an academic medical facility.Experience with significant level of coding quality review feedbackExperience in computerized encoding and abstracting softwareWhat We Offer:Benefits for PRN employees: 401k savings plan w/matchEquipment: monitor, laptop, mouse, headset, and keyboardComprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding managerExceptional service-style management and mentorship (we're in this together!)Pay ranges for this job title may differ based on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other requirements of the role.The estimated base pay range per hour for this role is:$32—$42 USDTo ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination.

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