HIM Outpatient Coder

Job Description

Overview

*All positions located in Fresno/Clovis CA*

At Community Health System, we know that our ability to provide the highest level of care begins with our incredible staff. From unique supplemental and base benefits, to well-being resources, we are here to support you in every stage of life, and your career!

Community Health System is the region’s largest healthcare provider and includes three divisions: Community Medical Centers hospitals, Community Care Health and Community Provider Network. These three pillars of healthcare – hospitals, health insurance and physicians – work best when they work together. Community Health Partners – part of Community Health System – helps primary care physicians and specialists manage their practices.

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Responsibilities

As a Health Information Management (HIM) Outpatient Coder for Community Health Partners, you will be responsible for reviewing medical records and assigning ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes for professional outpatient treatments and services to ensure proper billing and insurance claims. Working with all levels of the organization capturing charges for primary and specialty professional service departments, you will adhere to official coding guidelines, all while promoting accuracy and completeness.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required

Completion of courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology required

1 year of Health Information Management, Revenue Cycle, healthcare industry or healthcare setting related experience required

Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding for professional billing required

Licenses and Certifications

One of the following is required:

CCA - Certified Coding Associate

COC - Certified Outpatient Coder

CPC - Certified Professional Coder

CCS - Certified Coding Specialist

RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician

Full-time