Coder/Remote (FT)

• Accurately code inpatient, emergency, outpatient, and clinic records within four days of service alignment with ICD-10 and CPT guidelines.
• Thoroughly review charts to identify all relevant diagnoses and procedures.
• Professionally contact physicians for clarification or l additional information when needed.
• Utilize computerized coding and abstracting tools with accuracy and efficiency.
• Adhere to nationally recognized coding standards and regulations.
• Ensure recurring charts are coded by the first of each month.
• Minimize unbilled account errors and delays through thorough review and resolution.
• Leverage resources such as CPT Assistant to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain ethical coding practices and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Make independent decisions effectively during daily duties.
• Ensure data quality and optimize reimbursement under federal and state payment systems.
• Serve as a coding and medical necessity resource for the hospital staff and physician offices.
• Maintain working relationships with other departments and medical staff.

Stay updated on coding rule changes and industry updates.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

We are looking for a candidate who works great as a team player with all departments, staff, and future employees with positive representation of Ashe Memorial Hospital.

This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community!

Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.).

All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption).

Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment.

After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work.

To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume.

Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.

Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

*** Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.***

*For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources.

Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law.

All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.