Certified Hospital Coder III

Certified Hospital Coder III – Novant Health

Why This Role Matters
As a Certified Hospital Coder III, you will be part of Novant's Corporate Coding team supporting patient care by driving accuracy and adherence to coding guidelines, governmental and private third‑party rules, and regulations.

• Review inpatient records to assign ICD‑10‑CM and PCS codes with precision, adhering to official coding guidelines and compliance regulations.
• Abstract and enter required data elements from coded medical records into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Verify discharge dispositions, dates of service, and admission status for accuracy; process corrections as needed.
• Ensure medical necessity by coding all documented disease processes; maintain accuracy standards set by Corporate Compliance.
• Conduct research on unfamiliar procedures and complex cases using authoritative resources such as AHA Coding Clinic, CPT Assistant, and The Merck Manual.
• Communicate with physicians for documentation clarification using approved procedures; consistently meet productivity benchmarks.
• Maintain professional credentials and submit documentation of ongoing education; demonstrate continuous learning through self‑developed reference materials and review of updated coding practices.
• Communicate effectively via email, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and phone; actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Troubleshoot technical and workflow issues in coordination with supervisors and IT support.

• CCS, CCS‑P, CCA, CPC, COC, CIC, CRC, RHIA, or RHIT licensure.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience with acute inpatient (acute or physician) coding.
• Zero years of experience with RHIA or RHIT licensure.
• Knowledge in ICD‑10‑CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and CPT coding classification system, including diagnosis and procedure selection, coding sequencing, and hierarchical condition code capture.
• Advanced level Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmacology knowledge.
• Basic computer skills include data entry, email, and windows‑based software navigation.
• Able to work independently and follow departmental guidelines for problem resolution.
• Capacity to work overtime during times of unusually high volume or unusual need as workload demands.
• Physical Demands – visual acuity with ability to work in a seated position viewing computer screen for extended periods of time; hand/wrist/finger dexterity with frequent keyboard/mouse use; ability to concentrate for extended periods of time.

• Fully remote work opportunity with equipment provided.
• A flexible work schedule following initial departmental training.
• Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement fund with matching contributions.
• Tuition assistance for qualifying team members.

• Job Opening
• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care