Coder II-SPG

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 6 years in a row!

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

We are searching for a talented Coder II

Hours: 24hrs

Shift: Day shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location: Southcoast Business Center - Fall River, MA/Hybrid

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package**
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Under the general direction of the Team Leader of Coding Services, perform a variety of coding, code auditing and education to ensure adherence to federal, state and payor requirements and to optimize reimbursement.

• Completion of Coding Certificate or Degree through a CAHIIM accredited program, or the equivalent knowledge and experience required.
• A minimum of three (3) years related work experience with ICD-10 and CPT-4 is required.
• Physician and midlevel patient coding and advanced E/M experience required.
• In depth knowledge of local medical review polices and national coverage determinations preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years related work experience with ICD-10 and CPT-4 is required.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Apprentice (CCA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is required.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.