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- Accounts for coding and abstracting of patient encounters, including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and complications.
- Analyzes medical records and identifies documentation deficiencies.
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- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
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- Strong understanding of physiology, medical terms and anatomy.
- Proficiency in computer skills including typing speed and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Outpatient Coder IV - Hackensack, United States - Hackensack Meridian Health
Description
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.
At Hackensack MeridianHealth we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Outpatient Coder IV is responsible for accurately abstracting data following the Official International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10-Clinical Modification (CM), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Guidelines for Coding and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) directives across Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network. Performs data entry of required abstracted patient information into the electronic medical record system. Queries physicians when appropriate.
This is a remote position.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Outpatient Coder IV at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred :
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today
Job ID
Department HIM Outpatient Coding
Site HMH Hospitals Corporation
Job Location US-NJ-Hackensack
Position Type Full Time with Benefits
Standard Hours Per Week 40
Shift Day
Shift Hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekend Work Every Other Weekend
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work As Needed
