Florida Licensed Outpatient Coder

Job Summary

To support healthcare operations, the full-time Florida Licensed Outpatient Coder will be responsible for abstracting, coding, and interpreting clinical information from various medical records while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards in a remote work environment.

Key responsibilities

• Abstract and code clinical data from inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department records, ensuring accurate sequencing of diagnoses and procedures
• Utilize technical coding principles and reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate codes and maintain a 95% quality rating
• Document productivity and comply with external regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and coding guidelines

Required qualifications

• Successful completion of an AAPC or AHIMA-approved Coding Certificate Program with two years of post-certification experience
• Experience with EPIC and CAC systems
• Ability to code SDS, OBS, ED, and ANC, with preference for ED coding experience
• Knowledge of coding conventions and rules established by relevant medical associations and regulatory bodies
• Familiarity with JCAHO standards and coding compliance regulations