Lead Coder - Outpatient - Same Day Surgery

Job Description:

The Lead Coder – Outpatient Same Day Surgery is responsible for overseeing and performing high-level coding and abstracting of outpatient medical records in accordance with coding guidelines, payer regulations, and hospital policies. Provides guidance and training to the assigned coding unit and support to the Supervisor as it relates to daily workflow, data analysis, change implementation and education in a continuous effort to improve processes, ensure compliancy and meet financial initiatives.

Position is Remote

Sign on Bonus

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma required; College degree preferred in Health Information Technology.
• Active accreditation as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
• Minimum of 2–4 years of related coding experience required, preferably in Outpatient Same Day Surgery.
• Ability to lead, mentor and motivate a coding team.
• Strong knowledge of NCCI, OCE, and proper modifier usage; Medicare medical necessity regulations and the ABN (OP Coding); injection and infusion coding. (ED Coding)
• High attention to detail and commitment to coding accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal direction and complete assignments timely and accurately.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Epic EMR experience preferred.

Your Extraordinary Career Starts Here

We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources, and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Wellness program, including free screenings
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability income protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Reward and recognition programs

Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health. Apply today!