Coder II - OP, Vascular​/Ortho Surgery

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note:

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

• The Coder 2 is skilled in three or more types of outpatient, Profee, or low acuity inpatient coding.
• The Coder 2 may code low acuity inpatients, one-time ancillary/series, emergency department, observation, day surgery, and/or professional fee, including evaluation and management (E/M) coding or profee surgery.
• For professional fee coding, team members in this job code are proficient for inpatient and outpatient, for multi-specialties.
• The Coder 2 uses the International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and other coding references.
• These references ensure accurate coding and grouping of classification assignments (e.g., MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC, etc.).
• The Coder 2 will abstract and enter required data.

• Examines and interprets documentation from medical records and completes accurate coding of diagnosis, procedures and professional fees.
• Reviews diagnostic and procedure codes and charges in the applicable documentation system to generate appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with providers for missing documentation elements and offers guidance and education when needed.
• Reconciles billing issues by formulating the rationale for rejecting and correcting inaccurate charges.
• Works collaboratively with revenue cycle departments to ensure coding and edits are processed timely and accurately.
• Reviews and edits charges.

• Sound knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the coding area.
• Sound knowledge of transaction code sets, HIPAA requirements and other issues impacting the coding and abstracting function.
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Demonstrated proficiency of the use of computer applications, group software and Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI) edits.
• Sound knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis and procedural coding and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) procedural coding.
• Ability to interpret health record documentation to identify procedures and services for accurate code assignment.
• Flexibility and adaptability while also balancing requirements and regulatory and accreditation guidelines that are non-negotiables.

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
• Must have ONE of the following coding certifications:
  • Cert Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Cert Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P)
  • Cert Inpatient Coder (CIC)
  • Cert Interv Rad CV Coder (CIRCC) - Cert Outpatient Coder (COC)
  • Cert Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Reg Health Info Administrator (RHIA)
  • Reg Health Information Technician (RHIT).