What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Coder position at Surgeons Choice Medical Center?
Medical Coder
Full Time – 8:30A-4:30P
Surgeons Choice Medical Center is a patient centered health care facility and physician owned destination of care focusing on all hand, joint, orthopedic and sports medicine. In 2004, in an ambitious push to bring hospitality back to the hospital, a small group of top Metro-Detroit surgeons decided to create their own surgical hospital; one that provided patients with the best possible care in a small, easy-to-manage environment that truly embraces the best patient experience. We have since become the premier center of choice with 30 surgical beds, 26 rehabilitation beds, and 6 operating rooms.
Surgeons Choice Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Coder. An ideal candidate has a passion to serve people to improve their quality of life and empower them on their health journey.
Perks for our staff:
● Competitive hourly pay
● NO WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS OR ON-CALL!
● Health Safety Measures in place for everyone
● A diverse & inclusive workforce that embraces communication, caring and courtesy.
● Positive Onboarding Experience
● Health Insurance plans effective 1st of the month following 30 days.
● Company-paid Life Insurance
● Supplemental Life and Disability insurance plans
● Generous PTO accrual at start of employment.
● Tuition Reimbursement & Continuing Education opportunities
● 401k with company match
● Company Events
● Community Discounts
● And more!
Schedule: 8 hour shift M-F
Job type: Full Time
Our Culture is Best in Class!
At Surgeons Choice Medical Center our culture starts with the hospital owners who are physicians and surgeons, working side-by-side with our management and staff, invested in improving patient care. You will be part of a caring and dynamic group of healthcare professionals that thrive on providing exceptional customer service. You will work in a friendly environment that fosters compassionate communication, responsible engagement and provides you with the resources you need to provide high-quality service. Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported. If you have a desire and passion to make a difference in people's lives, Surgeons Choice Medical Center is the place for you.
Responsibilities:
Under general supervision, reviews medical records and assigns diagnostic and procedure codes using ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM (as applicable) and CPT-4 coding classification systems. Assigns and sequences all codes following coding guidelines published by the American Hospital Association and American Medical Association to assure appropriate DRG assignment. Performs data entry utilizing multi-grouper encoding systems as applicable. Adheres to the American Health Information Management Association code of ethics. Performs additional duties as assigned by the Director of Revenue.
Requirements:
A. Education/Experience
- High School Diploma/GED Required
- Book Coding experience required
- Minimum of 3-5 years coding experience required
B. Licensure/Certification
- Must possess one or more of the following certifications: CCS, CPC, CPC-H, RHIA, RHIT
C. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of coding software
- Knowledge of major disease process, pharmacology, and concepts of disease.
- Knowledge of classification systems, IDC-9-CM/ICD-10-CM nomenclature, and CPT-4 coding guidelines.
- Skil in understanding medical/surgical coding procedures and protocols.
- Skill in interpreting and applying ethical coding standards .
- Good communication skills.
