Remote New Mexico Licensed Coder

Job Summary

Working remotely on a PRN basis, the Remote New Mexico Licensed Coder will code inpatient and outpatient hospital records, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and hospital policies while maintaining a high accuracy rate.

Key responsibilities

• Reviews and assigns appropriate codes for medical records, including CPT, ICD, and MS-DRG, for reimbursement and research purposes
• Abstracts essential data for quality improvement and resolves pre-bill edits and denials for assigned accounts
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding regulations and participates in departmental training to enhance coding skills

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must possess one of the following coding certifications at the time of hire: HCS-D, CCS, CCS-P, CPC-H, CPC, or RHIT/RHIA
• One to three years of coding experience required
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with an encoder and Electronic Medical Records preferred
• Ability to conduct research using the internet and other electronic resources