Please note this is a Hybrid position.
Job description
St. Charles Surgical Hospital—the only hospital in the world dedicated to breast reconstruction for women facing breast cancer—was established to serve as a dedicated center of excellence for women seeking the most advanced methods of breast reconstruction.
SCSH is seeking a dynamic Hospital Coder to join our team. Under indirect supervision, is responsible for accurate coding of all inpatient, and outpatient services, procedures, diagnoses and conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record. Classification systems include ICD-10 CM/PCS-CM, CPT, HCPCS as well as other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category. All work carried out in accordance with the rules, regulations and coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD9, and other applicable coding guidelines.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
- High School diploma or GED.
- Required certifications include at least one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
- Minimum five years ongoing coding and abstracting experience in ICD-10 CM/PCS-CM and CPT / HCPCS, including modifiers required.
- Minimum three years in ongoing surgical coding and abstracting experience required.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical coding: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CCS, RHIA or RHIT (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Orleans, LA 70130