Certified Coder Abstractor

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Coder Abstractor - General Surgery - REMOTE.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for charge capture process, including verifying medical records and assigning diagnostic and procedural codes
• Acts as a liaison between the Central Billing Office and various departments, assisting in training new employees
• Reviews and interprets physician documentation to ensure accurate coding and resolves discrepancies related to coding and revenue capture

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Health Record Technology or related healthcare field with two years of professional coding experience
• Must obtain Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credentials within 18 months of employment
• Alternatively, three years of professional coding experience with required credentials, or four to five years of experience with credentials to be obtained within 18 months
• At least two years of general surgery coding experience is required