ED Coder

Overview

Centra State Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes Centra State Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, Centra State has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace.

The Emergency Department (ED) Coder position supports the Health Information Management department, ensuring accurate assignment of ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 diagnosis and procedure codes to emergency department records in compliance with coding guidelines and regulatory requirements.

• Reviews ED records to ensure complete and accurate documentation to support all diagnoses and procedures.
• Accurately abstracts required data such as discharge dispositions, consultations and procedure/operative information with 95% accuracy.
• Completes an average of 22–25 inpatient records, 50 surgical records, or 100 ED records in a 7.5‑hour day.
• Assigns codes with a 95% DRG accuracy rate.
• Monitors unbilled reports by identifying ED edits and makes appropriate coding changes.
• Follows up on ED records not coded and records needing consultations or additional information.
• Validates facility and procedure levels on the ED charge track according to hospital guidelines.

• High school diploma or equivalent with training in medical terminology and medical coding.
• Minimum of one year of coding experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and coding.
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well‑Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / On‑site Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet‑recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $23.00 – $36.80 per hour

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.