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Munson Healthcare Sr Medical Coder - Remote in United States
**Inpatient exp preferred
**Eligible for $5,000 Sign on Bonus!
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Why work as a Sr Medical Coder at Munson Healthcare?
Flexible remote work schedule
1 on 1 training provided
Opportunities for growth and development
CEU offered
Positive, supportive, and compassionate environments built on our organizational values.
Summary:
The facility Senior Coder/Abstractor is a critical member of the Revenue Cycle Team and is responsible for coding and abstracting inpatient and complex outpatient medical records for performance improvement, statistical research, administrative, and facility reimbursement purposes.
Coding is performed using utilizing ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS and CPT-4 classification systems and is subject to the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, AHIMA Code of Ethics “Standards of Ethical Coding”, AHA Coding Clinic and technical rules outlined by hospital guidelines.
The Senior Coder/Abstractor works closely with the Coding Analyst, Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists, and the Regional Coding Operations Coordinator. Required qualities include teamwork, ability to code various patient types for a variety of Munson facilities, and flexibility in handling work assignments while maintaining productivity and quality standards. This position supports the timely and accurate submission of facility claims and works to achieve or exceed the established Accounts Receivable goals for the department.
What’s Required:
Associate or Bachelor Degree in Health Information. CCS certification with a minimum of 2 years coding experience will be considered.
Certification as a Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is required. New graduates must obtain certification as Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) within 12 months of hire date.
One to three years’ previous experience using ICD10-CM, ICD10 PCS and CPT-4 coding systems is required.
Demonstrated ability to meet productivity and quality standards is required.
The Benefits of Working at Munson:
Eligible for a $5,000 Sign on Bonus
Competitive salaries
Full benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off (up to 19 days your first year)
Tuition reimbursement and ongoing educational opportunities
Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting
Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts
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