Outpatient HIM Coder

Since 1887, Crouse Health has been a leading healthcare provider in Central New York. We've combined a family-friendly culture with a passion to provide the best care, which creates an environment where both patients and team members feel valued. Crouse Health offers a full range of general and specialty care, inpatient and outpatient services, as well as community health education and outreach programs.

Crouse Health is hiring an Outpatient HIM Coder.

Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 7:30am-4:00pm

Pay Range: $26.52 - $42.17 / hour

Outpatient HIM Coder Position Responsibilities:

• Utilizes approved outpatient coding guidelines, appropriate computer software, department policies and procedures, and other pertinent resource materials to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes which accurately reflect documented diagnoses and procedures.
• Accurately assigns diagnoses, charges (designated service lines only), and CPT in accordance to documentation and coding guidelines to all OP records.
• Monitors and accurately works medical necessity and CCI edits accordingly on all OP encounters.
• Accurately abstracts record data into a computerized system as required for coding and billing compliance, SPARCS data collection and needs of internal customers.
• Learns and utilizes appropriate computer software associated with the coding function.
• Works to achieve coding quality and productivity standards.
• Maintains appropriate credentials and CE credits. Including self-study/education as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality when dealing with patient medical information.
• Identifies the needs of cultural differences when dealing with the medical staff, outside public and customers.
• Required to report on site as requested.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by department leadership.

Outpatient HIM Coder Position Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess any one of the following accredited health information management program credentials: RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/CCA or have eligibility for credentialing in-process.
• RHIT/RHIA eligible employees must become certified within 1 year of graduating from their respective program.
• All candidates must take and pass a coding test at the time of interview. Test administered by Human Resources.
• Must be able to read electronic records and be computer savvy.
• Must be a team player, multi-tasker and strong organization skills.
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits Overview:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 401K.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities.
• Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts on any Inpatient or Outpatient service, hospital cafeteria and pharmacy, and certain retailers.
• YMCA Subsidy program.