Coding Specialist Outpatient Surgery, Health Information Management

Join our in-house Coding Team at Baptist Health South Florida, where you'll find stability, a welcoming environment, and colleagues who truly care.

Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

Supportive and engaged leadership that fosters a welcoming culture

Commitment to employee wellness, engagement, and success

Growth and development opportunities, including CEU access and recertification reimbursement

Individual quarterly performance bonus opportunities, along with performance-based recognition for outstanding contributions

Accurately codes Outpatient Surgery and Observation records for the classification of all diseases, injuries, procedures, and operations using the ICD10CM and CPT4 coding system for BHSF facilities.

Ensures compliance of coding rules and regulations according to Regulatory Agencies (CMS, OIG). Works as a team to meet departmental goals and AR goals.

Abstracts prescribed data elements from the medical records.

Estimated pay range for this position is $28.55 - $34.55 / hour depending on experience.

Degrees:

High School,Cert,GED,Trn,Exper.

Additional Qualifications:

Certified Record Health Information Technician (RHIT) and/or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), preferred.

Certified Coding Specialist, CCS preferred.

Knowledge of encoder system, outpatient prospective payment system (OPPS), APCs/EAPGs and Ambulatory Surgical Center payment system (ASC).

Knowledge and thorough understanding of National and Local Coverage Determination, NCD and LCD, Policies.

Competency in Word and Excel.

Skill in operating personal computer and utilizing a variety of software applications and perform basic troubleshooting.

Self-motivator with ability to work independently and productively in a remote environment.

Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management staff and physicians.

Minimum Required Experience: 2 Years

salary ranges from $26.90 - $34.97 depending on years of experience.

Schedule: Full-time