Coder CCS FT Days
: Job Details :

Responsible for accurate coding of all outpatient services, procedures, diagnoses, and conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record.

- Classification systems include ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM, ICD-10 PCS, CPT, HCPCS, and other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category.

- All work must be carried out in accordance with the rules, regulations, and coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM, ICD-10 PCS, CPT, HCPCS, and CMS coding guidelines.

- Coders may assist and serve as a resource for data integrity for other employees requiring clarification and assistance in coding.

Requirements:

• At least three (3) years of hospital or surgical center coding experience within the last five years.
• Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and/or five (5) years of compensatory experience.
• Completion of courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT coding conventions, and disease processes from an accredited program.
• Must maintain current coding credentials.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and utilize auditing skills related to coding quality and compliance.
• Understanding of the clinical content of health records, including complex records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians to clarify diagnoses, procedures, and sequencing.
• Adherence to the AHIMA coding code of ethics.

Schedule: 40 hours, Union, Full Time - Days

This employment is a permanent replacement for a striking employee, classified as such under the National Labor Relations Act. Employment conditions are subject to the standards of performance and employment at Butler Hospital.

About Care New England Health System: Care New England and its member institutions, including Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, are leaders in medical research, attracting top specialists, and providing innovative health services.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with organizational ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: Applicants and employees with disabilities must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, as determined by the organization.