Senior Coder - HJD - Full-time / Part-time

The Hospital for Joint Diseases (HJD) at NYU Langone Medical Center is one of the nation's leading orthopaedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopaedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopaedic program in New York City. HJD is consistently ranked among the leading orthopaedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopaedic Surgery Rheumatology Neurology Radiology.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Coder in the Health Information Management Department. To qualify an Associates or Bachelors Degree in Health Information Technology required. Certified Coding Specialist Hospital Coding (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician Hospital Coding (RHIT) credentials/certification with two (2) years of coding experience in an acute teaching hospital. Demonstrated proficiency in medical record analysis and ICD-10-CM/CPT 4 coding methodology and guidelines.

In this role, the successful candidate analyzes, collects, classifies codes and reports medical record data according to ICD-10-CM/CPT-4 methodology to meet Medical Center, Financial, Third Party Payer, Federal and State regulatory standards. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of their duties.
• Analyze Inpatient, Outpatient, and Rehabilitation data according to regulatory standards.
• Review medical record documentation and accurately code diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding guidelines.
• Perform other job related duties as required.

The Hospital for Joint Diseases (HJD) at NYU Langone Medical Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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Job Location
New York, US-NY