Physician Coder
Lifepoint Health® · Price, UT · 3 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$20–$26/hrFull-time
About the role
A Physician Coder is responsible for the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing.
Responsibilities
- Assigns accurate ICD diagnosis codes, using compliant documentation.
- Assigns accurate CPT/HCPCS codes to records, using compliant documentation.
- Applies knowledge of Coding Guidelines to select the appropriate diagnosis code.
- Uses available research and reference tools to understand the disease process and diagnosis.
- Interprets physician documentation within the coding guidelines and obtains clarification from physicians regarding vague or ambiguous record documentation.
- Enhances coding knowledge and skills with continuing education activities as described in HIM.COD.003 policy and by reviewing pertinent literature.
- Codes outpatient service encounters (Chemotherapy, Lab, X-ray, sleep studies, Emergency Room, SOPS, etc) accurately, to ensure accurate reimbursement, statistical reporting and continuity of care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of college preferred.
- Certified Coding Associate (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required.
Qualifications
Full-time, Onsite, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm MST
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Pay
$20-$26
Schedule
Full-time, Onsite, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm MST