Coder - Coding Department - FT - Days

SUMMARYThe Coder is responsible for reviewing outpatient clinical documentation via Epic and 3M CAC for assignment of ICD-10-CM diagnoses and CPT-4/HCPCS procedure coding systems. Through knowledge of coding conventions and guidelines, the Coder must be able to address commonly applied modifiers for hospital outpatient accounts. The role involves extracting pertinent information from clinical notes, operative notes, radiology reports, laboratory reports (including Pathology), procedure records, specialty forms, etc. The Coder determines complex code assignments pertinent to emergency visits and diagnostic workups.Location: Atlanta, GAJob Type: Full TimeShift/Schedule: DaysQUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or GED is required.At least 2 years of relevant coding and abstracting experience in an acute care hospital.Experience with Epic and 3M CAC systems preferred.Certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Outpatient Coding (COC), formerly Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS or CCS-P).Accredited Coding Certificate program (AAPC or AHIMA) required.Remote, but must live in Georgia.Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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