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Coder Physician Pediatric-March 2024
Virginia
Mar 21, 2025
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About Coder Physician Pediatric

Primary City/State:

Arizona, Arizona

Department Name:

Coding Ambulatory

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Revenue Cycle

Primary Location Salary Range:

$22.06 - $33.10 / hour, based on education experience

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

Great careers are built at Banner Health. We understand that talented professionals appreciate having options. We are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices including remote work options. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. ​

Consider joining our Physician Practice Coding team! We have an amazing team with support and a lot of experience. The teams' tenure is 4-20 years with very little turnover. There are 9 members on this team at present and you will be the 10th. Everyone helps each other as needed and does so with a positive attitude. We all code for multiple specialties so cross-training will take place. Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit healthcare systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve.

As a Fully Remote Pediatric (Family Practice, Multi-Specialty) Physician Practice, Surgical Coder | Medical Coder you will be supporting this Coding team. A CPC is required, and Pediatric Coding experience is strongly preferred.

This Pediatric (Family Practice, Multi-Specialty) team focuses on Surgical Coding primarily for Pediatric (Family Practice, Multi-Specialty), Plastic Surgery, Burn/Wound care, and ideally experience with minor procedures and inpatient and outpatient EM for Dermatology and Nephrology practices. Production expectations will depend on what is being coded; straight E/M, Procedures, or a mix = 6-12 encounters per hour. We are looking for a Certified Coder (CPC or CCS or CPC or CCS-P or RHIT or RHIA in active status) with ideally at least 3 yrs of experience in pediatric multi-specialty surgical-physician coding . In most of our Coding roles, there is a Coding Assessment given after each successful interview. Banner Health provides your equipment when hired.

This is a fully remote position and available if you live in the following states only: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI WY.

The hours are flexible as we have remote Coders across the Nation. Generally, any 8 hour period between 7am – 7pm can work, with production being the greatest emphasis.

Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY

Evaluates medical records, provides clinical and surgical abstraction and assigns appropriate clinical diagnosis and procedure codes in accordance with nationally recognized coding guidelines.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Analyzes medical information from medical records. Accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information in accordance with national coding guidelines and appropriate reimbursement requirements. Consults with medical providers to clarify missing or inadequate record information and to determine appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes. Provides thorough, timely and accurate coding in accordance to department specific productivity and quality standards. Codes ICD CM and CPT4 for accurate APC assignment. Addresses National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits as appropriate. Reconciliation of charges as required.

Abstracts clinical diagnoses, procedure codes and documents other pertinent information obtained from the medical record into the electronic medical records. Seeks out missing information and creates complete records, including items such as disease and procedure codes, discharge disposition, date of surgery, attending physician, consulting physicians, surgeons and anesthesiologists, and appropriate signatures/authorizations. Refers inconsistent patient treatment information/documentation to coding quality analysts, supervisor or individual department for clarification/additional information for accurate code assignment.

Provides quality assurance for medical records. For all assigned records and/or areas assures compliance with coding rules and regulations according to regulatory agencies for state Medicaid plans, Center for Medicare Services (CMS), Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), as well as company and applicable professional standards.

As assigned, compiles daily and monthly reports; tabulates data from medical records for research or analysis purposes.

Works independently under regular supervision. Uses specialized knowledge for accurate assignment of ICD/CPT codes according to national guidelines. May seek guidance for correct interpretation of coding guidelines and LCDs (Local Coverage Determinations).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and specialized formal training equivalent to the two year certification course in medical record keeping principles and practices, anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology, standard nomenclature, and classification of diagnoses and operations, or an Associate’s degree in a related health care field.

Requires at least one of the following: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), in an active status with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Certification may also include a general area of specialty.

Six months providing professional coding services or other related healthcare experience within a broad range of health care facilities.

Must demonstrate a level of knowledge and understanding of ICD and CPT coding principles as recommended by the American Health Information Management Association coding competencies, and as normally demonstrated by certification by the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a remote setting, utilizing common office programs, coding software and abstracting systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Specialty Certification.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

2025-02-13

EEO Statement:

EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

Privacy Policy:

Privacy Policy

EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.

Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability

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