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Introduction

MUST BE LOCAL TO THE KC METRO AREA

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Coder WFH today with HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Reviews and codes designated office/hospital notes for one or multiple practices. Resolves complex coding scenarios. Provides feedback and documentation advice to the physician non physician practitioner, and practice management. Works with AR to resolve coding related denials.

What you will do in this role:

• Receives and reviews charge documents from the clinic and/or hospital.

• Ensures charge information provided is correct and accurate.

• Abstracts CPT-4, HCPCS II and ICD-9-CM from medical records

• Keeps supervisor apprised of matters regarding charge entry.

• Charge entry into billing system in a timely manner.

• Works in conjunction with A/R team on follow up and resolution of coding related denials and rejections

• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations through the use of current CPT-4, HCPCS II, and ICD-9/ICDD-10 materials, the Federal Register, and other pertinent materials.

• Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings, educational programs, conferences, etc.

• Tracks denial patterns to address systemic issues

• Available to assist and direct the practice or other appropriate staff regarding documentation, billing, coding, and reimbursement issues.

• Performs related work and projects as required.

• Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.

• Maintains strictest confidentiality.

• Meets designated productivity and accuracy rate of 95%.

What Qualifications you will need:

EDUCATION:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of coding and/or billing experience in a healthcare environment

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

Must be one of the following:

• Certification Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

• Governing Body Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P) AHIMA AHIMA

• Registered Health Information Technician – RHIT

• Registered Health Information Administrator – RHIA AHIMA AHIMA

• Certified Professional Coder - (CPC®)

• Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC-H®) AAPC AAPC

Governing Body Full Name - -

• AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association)

• AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders)

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.  In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Coder WFH opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.