RIS - OUTPATIENT CODER II (Per-diem ER)
Job Title
Outpatient Coder Level II (Per-Diem)
Job Summary
Oneida Health is actively searching for a skilled Revenue Integrity Outpatient Coder Level II to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and compliant coding of outpatient services, optimizing revenue capture, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Review outpatient services (primarily surgical, emergency, oncology, and wound care) medical records to assign appropriate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of coded information for billing and reimbursement purposes.
- Stay updated on coding guidelines, regulations, and compliance requirements related to outpatient services.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to resolve coding discrepancies and obtain additional documentation if necessary.
- Work closely with the Revenue Integrity team to identify and address coding-related issues affecting revenue cycle performance.
- Provide feedback and education to clinical and administrative staff on coding and documentation best practices.
- Participate in coding audits and quality improvement initiatives.
- Keep abreast of changes in coding systems, reimbursement methodologies, and healthcare regulations.