Job Overview
We are seeking a qualified Medical Coder to join our team at Lowell General Hospital's Oncology Department! This role is 100% onsite based out of Lowell General Hospital- Main Campus.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of medical coding certificate program.
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional C coder (CPC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
- One (1) year of healthcare coding experience.
- ROCC certification HIGHLY PREFERRED.
Preferred Qualifications
Associates degree.Two (2) years of coding experience within clinical specialty.ROCC certification HIGHLY PREFERRED.Duties and Responsibilities
Verifies and abstracts specific clinical and demographic data from the patient record.Performs pre-visit chart audits and post encounter review to ensure coding accuracy and determine that medical records support codes reported.Assigns accurately the Evaluation and Management (E / M) codes, ICD-10 diagnoses, CPT and HCPCS codes, modifiers and quantities derived from medical record documentation for patient encounters.Correlates information from various EMR systems supporting clinical documentation not limited to Pathology, Radiology and / or other Physician Consultations after review by the Attending Physician, wherever appropriate.Reviews reports with leadership to identify reimbursement changes / discrepancies.Reviews audit lists regarding coding / billing changes, as well as denial reports.Identifies and evaluates coding issues, summarizes findings for leadership, makes recommendations for course of action.Mentor coders and assist in training of new coders within the department. Identifies coding opportunities and issues, researches for compliance, educates providers and staff; participates in creating departmental policies and procedures related to the outpatient and ambulatory coding function. May be asked to provide input to coder performance appraisals.Documents results of all special project work, and provides recommendations for revenue management opportunities relating to special projects.Performs related duties such as answering and routing telephone calls and assisting those requesting action or follow up to the designated patient account representative.Attends meetings as necessary and participates on projects to ensure that all services are captured through codes, educates providers on how to properly document to support identified procedures, and cross-trains staff to ensure consistency.Maintains good relationships with physicians, social workers, and office personnel to facilitate good communication in coding queries and to educate providers regarding documentation requirements for services. Promotes excellent customer service. Identifies and communicates problems and opportunities to improve processes with appropriate department staff.Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues to effectively contribute to the working groups' achievement of goals and to foster a positive work environment.What We Offer
Competitive salaries & benefits403(b) retirement plan with hospital-matchOpportunities for growthTuition reimbursementFree on-campus parkingAbout Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you\'ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Magnet Designation
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care. This is the fourth designation achieved in March 2025. The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.
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