Behavioral Health Coder (Remote)

Behavioral Health Coder

Schedule: Full time 40hrs a week.

Job Location Type:Remote

Your experience matters

At Lifepoint Health we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality scalability and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team youll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier .

How youll contribute

A behavioral healthcoder who excels in this role:

• Assigns accurate ICD diagnosis codes using compliant documentation.

• Assigns accurate CPT/HCPCS codes to records using compliant documentation.

• Applies knowledge of Coding Guidelines to select the appropriate diagnosis code.

• Uses available research and reference tools to understand the disease process and diagnosis.

• Interprets physician documentation within the coding guidelines and obtains clarification from physicians regarding vague or ambiguous record documentation.

• Enhances coding knowledge and skills with continuing education activities as described in .003 policy and by reviewing pertinent literature.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience:Behavioral healthcoding experience is highly preferred

Certifications: Certified Coder

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Healthis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Healthis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

You must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.