Emergency Department Coder (PA/NJ)

Job Summary

To ensure accurate coding and data management, the full-time Emergency Department Coder (PA/NJ) will code and abstract physician services performed in the hospital setting, maintaining compliance with relevant guidelines while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Codes and abstracts professional fee hospital services according to ICD-9/ICD-10, CPT-4, HCPCS II, and CMS guidelines
• Maintains a 95% coding accuracy rate and daily productivity as outlined
• Conducts educational sessions for medical staff on coding and documentation compliance

Required qualifications

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P) required
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in CPT/HCPCS physician procedural coding
• Working knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding
• Eligibility for relevant coding credentials must be obtained within one year of hire