Title: Out-Patient Surgery Coder
Location: Fountain Valley, CA / Predominately Remote (Must be located in CA)
Department: Coding
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Days (8hr)
Pay Range: $32.81/hr - $47.57/hr
MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.
Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for applying codes in the EHR for all Outpatient Surgery type accounts. Outpatient Surgery records include Surgery, Cardiac Cath Lab, Observation, Interventional Radiology, Infusion. Code assignment is based on ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and CPT coding guidelines. Ensure Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) data elements are accurate.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job
- Meets quality standards for ICD-10-CM and CPT code assignment.
- Codes from only compliant documentation.
- Maintains productivity standards to ensure A/R Day goals are met/exceeded.
- Follows company policies, procedures, and directives.
- Maintains required coding credentials.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications/Work Experience:
- Two years of facility outpatient surgery coding experience required.
- Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT coding, HCPCS II.
Education/Licensure/Certification:
- At least one of the following: AHIMA: CCS, RHIT, RHIA or AAPC: COC, CGSC required.
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