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Henry Ford Health lists this Outpatient Complex CoderFull TimeRemote opportunity in detroit, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
nGENERAL SUMMARY:
nAs an Outpatient Complex Coder, you'll be the backbone of accurate healthcare reimbursement and data integrity. You'll leverage established coding principles and procedures to expertly review, analyze, and code diagnostic and procedural information from patient medical records—ensuring providers get reimbursed fairly and patients receive the care they deserve. Your meticulous work directly supports critical functions including medical research initiatives, patient care evaluation, and strategic administrative decision-making that impacts patient outcomes.
nIn this role, you're not just processing data—you're building the foundation that healthcare organizations rely on. By accurately abstracting information from medical records and compiling comprehensive patient databases, you enable better research, improved care quality, and optimized reimbursement. Your expertise ensures strict compliance with coding guidelines, third-party reimbursement policies, regulations, and accreditation standards, making you an essential partner in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the healthcare system.
nKey Responsibilities:
nnReview and analyze diagnostic and procedural information from patient medical records using established coding principles
nCode complex outpatient cases with precision to support accurate reimbursement and billing processes
nAbstract and compile patient data for medical research projects, care evaluation, and administrative decision-making
nMaintain strict adherence to coding guidelines, third-party reimbursement policies, and regulatory requirements
nEnsure compliance with accreditation standards and quality benchmarks
nContribute to provider-patient continuity through accurate, reliable data management
nOptimize reimbursement outcomes while maintaining coding accuracy and integrity
n nnQualifications:
Qualifications
nEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
nnHigh School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
nAdditional specialty coding certification required or five (5) years coding experience.
nOne to two (1-2) years college or additional coursework in Accounting, Business, Healthcare Administration or Medical Record Sciences preferred.
nMust have a thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, disease processes, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems.
nMinimum of two (2) years coding experience required.
nSpecialty coding experience preferred.
n nCERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
nnCertification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), CPC, or CCScertification required.
n nAdditional Information
nThis position is completely remote
Worksite address
detroit, MI, 48228, US
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