Ambulatory Professional Fee and Hospitalist Coder Job Listing at NorthBay Healthcare in Fairfield, CA (Job ID 4254)

Description

At NorthBay, the Coder will play a crucial role in accurately translating medical procedures and diagnoses into ICD 10, CPT and HCPCS codes in an accurate and timely manner in the hospital setting. Our ideal candidate is a dedicated, knowledgeable individual with a strong understanding of medical terminology, coding guidelines, regulations, and proficiency in utilizing an EHR/encoder system. Can effectively communicate with providers via email, query, phone call or in person to educate or discuss coding requirements. Abstracts demographic and physician data to meet both internal and regulatory requirements for reporting utilizing the hospital's abstracting system.  Work is performed using the approved classification Coding systems to include the modifiers. All work carried out in accordance with the rules, regulations and coding conventions of the AAPC/AMA CPT Guidelines, AAPC/AMA. American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD 10-CM CMS, HCAI, and NorthBay Healthcare coding guidelines.

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

1.  Education: High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.

2.  Licensure:  Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

3.  Experience:

• Five or more years of continuous experience in Multi-specialty Profee Hospital and clinical coding required. 
• EMR Medical records experience is required. Experience with an encoder system preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge and application of profee E&M guidelines for physician inpatient coding and billing
• Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease process, reimbursement methodologies (DRGs, HCCs, APCs), and the conventions, rules and guidelines for current coding classification (ICD10-CM, CPT and HCPCS).
• Demonstrated understanding of the clinical content of a health record. 
• Knowledge of and experience with PC's, Cerner, and/or computer systems and programs highly desired. 
• Microsoft Office: Email, Word, Excel.
• Has a comprehensive understanding of insurance requirements and compliance guidelines for Medicare, PHP, WHA and Medi-Cal, Worker's Compensation, Commercial Insurances. 
• Ability and self-discipline to be able to work remotely. Ability to withstand the pressure of continual deadlines and receipt of work with variable requirements. The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

4.  Skills:

• Ability and desire to hit metrics upon training (idle time is also monitored on this hourly paid position)
• Technically savvy (ability to learn software and troubleshoot equipment as needed)

5.  Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.

6.  Hours of Work:  Full Time Days Monday through Friday as assigned based on business need.

• Timing may also be at discretion of leadership based on business need.

7.  Other requirements:

• Must have a private, distraction-free area in your home for working (HIPAA reasons)
• Web-cam training will be used frequently for team engagement.
• Internet Requirements: Must have high speed internet. Please test your internet prior to applying to make sure you are over 125 mbps download speed or be willing to upgrade upon an offer.

8.  Compensation: $41.00  to $49.00  based on years of experience doing the duties of the role. Max is commensurate of 20+ years of experience.