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Job Description & Requirements
Remote Outpatient Coder
POSITION : Remote OP Coder - SDS / OBS, IVR, Cardiology, Wound Care
DEPARTMENT : Health Information Management
START : ASAP
LOCATION
Remote
SALARY / PAY
Weekly pay at a very competitive hourly rate
POSITION SUMMARY
- The OP Coder works outpatient coding related alerts / edits for SDC, OBV, and Wound Care, accounts, predominately post initial / final coding.
POSITION DUTIES
Compiles daily work list from eRequest, CRT and / or other alert / edit systemsTakes action and resolves alerts / edits for the following patient types following established procedures and thresholdsSame Day Surgery (SDC)Observation (OBV)Wound CareOutpatient Cardiac CathProvides back up / coverage as needed for :Emergency Dept (ED)Recurring (RCR)Clinical (CLI)Provider Office Visit (POV), as applicableEnters detailed notes to update eRequest to provide details if the alert / edit cannot be resolved or must be rerouted to another responsible party for research / resolutionCommunicates coding revisions to the applicable party (e.g., CIS, lead, manager, international log)Completes MOCK abstracts as necessary (e.g., combining the codes for outpatient claims subject to the payment window)Assists the Coding Leads and / or Coding Managers in resolving unbilled reason codes (URC)As needed, may periodically be asked to perform Coding Integrity Specialist II (CIS-II) dutiesPeriodically works with their Manager to review individual work accomplishments, discuss work problems / barriers, discuss progress in mastering tasks and work processes, and discusses individual training needs and career progressionAdheres to all applicable coding and billing regulations and guidance, including but not limited to, CMS, AHA and HCA policies and guidelinesMeets all educational requirements as stated in Company and HSC policyReviews all official data quality standards, coding guidelines, Company policies and procedures and clinical / medical resources to assure coding knowledge and skills remain currentPractice and adhere to the Company's Code of Conduct philosophyPractice and adhere to the Company's Mission and ValuesOther duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) year acute care observation and / or same day surgery hospital outpatient coding experience requiredPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
RECENT 3-5 years acute care OP Coding - SDS / OBS, IVR, Cardiology, Wound Care in an Academic Level I Trauma facility.LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT
13 Weeks w / possible extensionSHIFT / HOURS PER WEEK
M-F business hours Eastern Time ZoneSTART DATE
9 / 2 / 2025Facility Location
Filled with Southern charm, scenic beauty, boot-scootin' dance halls and country music at every turn, "Music City, USA" is always a fascinating destination.Job Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefitsEarned time off and paid holidaysPaid continuing education time401(K) retirement planningShort-term disability, life insurance, paid jury dutyAccess to the largest network of facilities and providers in the countryIndustry experienced workforce management teamLicensure and certification reimbursementAbout The Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.J-18808-Ljbffr