Outpatient Coder

Role Overview

• Under the general supervision of the Coding Supervisor, the Outpatient Coder supports Dayton Children’s reimbursement goals through accurate and timely diagnosis and procedural coding for emergency department, specialty clinic, inpatient, observation, and outpatient ancillary services.
• Responsibilities include reviewing and interpreting electronic medical documentation to assign and report appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes for clean claim submission.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Associates degree or higher is preferred
• 2+ years coding experience (preferred)
• One of the following certifications is required for this position: CCS – Certified Coding Specialist, CCS-P – Certified Coding Specialist, Physician-based, RHIA – Registered Health Information Administrator, RHIT – Registered Health Information Technician, CPC – Certified Professional Coder, CIMC
• Certified Internal Medicine Coder

Benefits

• We commit to safety
• We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.
• We serve with compassion
• We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.
• We own every moment
• We take pride in everything we do.
• We’re better together
• We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.
• We innovate with purpose
• We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.
• We value and respect each person
• We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.