Sr Coder Abstractor - Outpatient Surgery Coding

**Experienced Outpatient Surgery Coders

**Eligible $5,000 sign on bonus!


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Why work as a Sr Medical Coder at Munson Healthcare?



+ Remote work schedule

+ 1 on 1 training provided

+ Opportunities for growth and development

+ CEU offered

+ Positive, supportive, and compassionate environments built on our organizational values.


Summary:

The facility Senior Coder/Abstractor is a critical member of the Revenue Cycle Team and is responsible for coding and abstracting complex outpatient surgery medical records for performance improvement, statistical research, administrative, and facility reimbursement purposes.


Coding is performed using utilizing ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS and CPT-4 classification systems and is subject to the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, AHIMA Code of Ethics “Standards of Ethical Coding”, AHA Coding Clinic and technical rules outlined by hospital guidelines.


The Senior Coder/Abstractor works closely with the Coding Analyst, Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists, and the Regional Coding Operations Coordinator.

Required qualities include teamwork, ability to code various patient types for a variety of Munson facilities, and flexibility in handling work assignments while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

This position supports the timely and accurate submission of facility claims and works to achieve or exceed the established Accounts Receivable goals for the department.




What’s Required:

+ This position requires an associate in health information and minimum of 2 years coding experience.

In lieu of an associate’s degree, a minimum of 5 yrs coding exp or related is required

+ Certification as a Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is required.

New graduates must obtain certification as Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) within 12 months of hire date.


The Benefits of Working at Munson:

+ Eligible for a $5,000 Sign on Bonus

+ Competitive salaries

+ Full benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off (up to 19 days your first year)

+ Tuition reimbursement and ongoing educational opportunities

+ Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting

+ Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts

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