Coder II

The Coder II is responsible for abstracting and assigning valid CPT, ICD-9/10, and HCPCS codes to ensure appropriate reimbursement in accordance with federal, state, and private health plans as well as organization and regulatory guidance.This role is typically responsible for less complex coding with oversight.

Accurately abstracts information from the service documentation, assigns and sequences appropriate CPT, ICD-9/10, and HCPCS codes into the appropriate billing systems, ensuring compliance with established guidelines.

Communicates professionally with providers, practice management, and other stake holders either verbally or in writing.

Responsible for working encounters in the coding work queue or task lists in a timely manner.

Meets or exceeds organizational coding production and quality standards.

Understands and applies regulatory changes and stays current with coding updates, for example NCCI and MUE edits.

Reviews and resolves coding denials.

Participates in special projects and completes other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Coding Certification through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) as Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (CCS-P) OR the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Minimum of three years of physician coding experience
• Knowledge of concepts, practices, policies, procedures, standards, systems and tools applicable to medical records coding, documentation requirements and medical terminology.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team with multiple priorities and deadline constraints
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four years physician coding experience 
• Previous Electronic Health Record experience 
• One year multi-specialty physician coding

CHI Memorial Mountain Management 

CHI Memorial Medical Group (Mountain Management Services), now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is a Management Service Organization (MSO) that provides comprehensive office management services for all Memorial Health Partners and many physicians in private practice. We are proud to be a part of the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.

We care about our employees’ well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

Free Membership to our Care@Work program supporting any child care, pet care, or adult dependent needs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft 

Adoption Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO) 

Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

Matching Retirement Programs

Wellness Program

If you are passionate about the patient experience and ready to join our nationally recognized hospital, connect with us today!