Certified Surgical Coder

2 months ago

Omaha, United States Nebraska Methodist Health System Full time

Nebraska Methodist Health System is Hiring a Certified Surgical Coder


Join the Nebraska Methodist Health System team as a Certified Surgical Coder and play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and compliant coding for professional charges related to surgical procedures for both inpatient and outpatient services. In this position, you'll expertly apply CPT, ICD-10-CM codes, and modifiers in line with medical policies and guidelines. Enjoy a balanced work life, be part of a supportive company culture, and take advantage of our comprehensive employee benefits designed to help you thrive.


Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for outpatient records to ensure accurate reimbursement.
  • Achieves and maintains an accuracy rate of at least 95%.
  • Enters diagnosis and procedure codes for timely claim submissions.
  • Reviews and updates CPT and HCPCS codes to ensure correct charges for services and devices.
  • Collaborates with physicians to verify billing accuracy, providing guidance on insurance billing updates.
  • Investigates claim denials, corrects coding/charging issues within 14 days, and maintains timely submission of claims.
  • Meets productivity standards: coding various encounters per hour, ensuring accounts are updated within 3 days of discharge.


Schedule:

  • Mon - Fri, full-time, flexible 8-hour daytime shifts


Location:

  • Methodist Corporate Office- 825 S 169th St, Omaha, NE


Salary:

  • Starting pay of $24.20 and may increase based on work history/experience


Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • College-level coursework in anatomy, physiology, biology, disease processes, and medical terminology required.
  • Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or a related healthcare degree preferred.


Experience:

  • 3+ years of coding physician services from documentation preferred.
  • Experience in surgical and Evaluation/Management (E/M) coding required.


Licenses/Certifications:

  • One of the following certifications is required: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Registered Health Information Tech (RHIT), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P).


Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

  • Strong attention to detail in reviewing medical records, verifying diagnoses, and reviewing charges during ICD-10-CM and CPT code assignment.
  • Understanding of outpatient prospective payment methodology and knowledge of national correct coding initiatives.


About Methodist:


Methodist Health System named by Forbes in 2024 as "Nebraska's Best Employer" and "Best Employer for New Graduates"


Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.


Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.

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