Coder WFH - Local to Kansas

About the role

The Coder WFH with Physician Services reviews and codes designated office/hospital notes for one or multiple practices and resolves complex coding scenarios. The Coder WFH provides feedback and documentation advice to the physician, non‑physician practitioner, and practice management, and works with AR to resolve coding‑related denials. While this role is work‑from‑home, candidates must be in the Kansas or Missouri area to round with the practice and meet as needed.

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews charge documents from the clinic and/or hospital
• Ensures charge information provided is correct and accurate
• Abstracts CPT‑4, HCPCS II and ICD‑9‑CM from medical records
• Keeps supervisor apprised of matters regarding charge entry
• Charge entry into billing system in a timely manner
• Works in conjunction with A/R team on follow‑up and resolution of coding‑related denials and rejections
• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations through the use of current CPT‑4, HCPCS II, and ICD‑9/ICD‑10 materials, the Federal Register, and other pertinent materials
• Enhances professional growth and development through in‑service meetings, educational programs, conferences, etc.
• Tracks denial patterns to address systemic issues
• Available to assist and direct the practice or other appropriate staff regarding documentation, billing, coding, and reimbursement issues
• Performs related work and projects as required
• Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”
• Maintains strictest confidentiality
• Meets designated productivity and accuracy rate of 95%

Qualifications

• Education: Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology is preferred
• Experience: One year of coding and/or billing experience in a healthcare environment
• Certification (must have one of the following):
  • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About the organization

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high‑quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician‑driven, value‑added solutions to assist physicians in providing high‑quality, patient‑centered care, aligning with the mission to care for and enhance human life. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.