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Medical Coder (Coding & Auditing) - FT/80

TC Industries Of Canada Company

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Join a forward-thinking company as a Medical Coder, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate coding for various medical records. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while adhering to regulatory guidelines and maintaining confidentiality. You will be part of a dedicated team, utilizing your skills in coding and attention to detail to contribute to the organization's success. If you are passionate about health information management and seek a role that values your expertise, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Completion of a coding program recognized by AAPC or AHIMA is required.
Experience in coding various medical records is essential.

Responsible for accurate coding of outpatient and inpatient accounts.
Ensure compliance with regulatory coding guidelines.

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Completion of formal coding educational program

Associate degree in Health Information Technology

Microsoft Office Suite

Coding/Abstracting tools

Description

The Medical Coder will:

Be responsible for the day-to-day coding of specific outpatient, inpatient, emergency room, same day surgery, office, and ancillary accounts to be completed within two (2) working days of discharge.
Understand the importance of organization and setting priorities.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently without direct supervision and possess effective communication skills; and adhere to the organization’s confidentiality policy.
Be responsible for accurate coding of all accounts assigned according to Regulatory Coding guidelines and assure coding compliance.
Demonstrate attention to detail when entering codes into the hospital information system.

Opportunity for Remote Work Arrangement

Requirements

Completion of formal coding educational program recognized by AAPC or AHIMA leading to credentials.
Associate degree in Health Information Technology or closely related degree (preferred)
Experience Coding Inpatient, Outpatient, Emergency Room, Ambulatory Surgery, Office, and ancillary services records.
One year coding experience with credentials.
Two years’ coding experience with credentials (preferred)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Outpatient Coder from AAPC.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.).
Coding/Abstracting tools.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail.