Coding Associate 2

Position Summary

The Coding Associate 2 is primarily responsible for the coding and abstracting of ancillary/outpatient records, including ambulatory surgery and emergency room records pertaining to the patient's occasion of service. Standardized coding and classification systems, minimum data sets, data definitions, and terminology will be utilized to ensure data is uniformly defined, collected, and verified. Also provides assistance to authorized users to furnish aggregate data and information needed for education, statistical, managerial, reimbursement, and performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of ancillary/outpatient coding – providing the ability to code ambulatory surgery, observation, or ED, including CPT coding required.

• Certifications: Certified Coding Associate (CCA or CCA-A) by AHIMA; or Certified Professional Coder (CPC or CPC-A) by AAPC; or a more advanced certification (RHIT: Registered Health Information Technician, RHIA: Registered Health Information Associate) is required upon start. In lieu of CCA or CPC, may qualify with higher-level coding education or the preferred certifications listed below (CCS, RHIT, or RHIA).

• Preferred Certifications: CCS: Certified Coding Specialist. RHIT: Registered Health Information Technician. RHIA: Registered Health Information Associate.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Solving problems and making sound judgments and decisions.

• Extracting pertinent information from documents.

• Evaluating documentation in the medical record to determine principal and secondary diagnoses to be coded.

• Working and communicating in a positive and cooperative manner with all members of the health care team.

Total Rewards

• Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.

• Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.

• Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.

• Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program.

Additional Position Details

• FTE: 1.000000 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM

• Salary: Ranges $XX.XX - $XX.XX

PLEASE NOTE: This is a remote position. Candidates will be required to have reliable broadband internet and personal cell phone service. Remote work may include working day-to-day operations during Pacific Standard business hours or online training. Candidates must live within the United States, and due to our pay practices, we are not able to employ candidates living in some states.

Total Rewards

• Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.

At Asante, We Are Guided By Our Values

• Excellence

• Respect

• Honesty

• Service

• Teamwork

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.