Medical Coder - Home Health

Medical Coder - Home Health

Fully Remote

Full time

The Medical Coder - Home Health is responsible for providing medical coding support to assigned agencies. The scope of this job includes accurate assignment of billing codes that are supported by documentation and compliant with all OASIS standards and guidelines. 

We invite you to apply today and join us in shaping the future of healthcare! 

Key Responsibilities 

• Make accurate ICD-10-CM code assignments. 

• Review OASIS (Outcome and Assessment Information Set) and assign accurate codes supported by the documentation. 

• Identify viable primary diagnosis and procedures as well as pertinent secondary diagnosis and procedures. 

• Adhere to coding compliance regulations and internal policies to ensure accurate billing for our client agencies. 

• Review, interpret, and recommend a plan of care corrections as needed. 

• Perform other job duties as assigned. 

Required qualifications 

• GED or High School Diploma 

• 1-2 of Relevant Work Experience 

• Coding Certified (HCS-D or BCHH-C) 

Preferred qualifications 

• OASIS experience 

• Hospice experience 

Job Expectations 

• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed 

• Must work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client information 

• Must be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time 

WellSky is where independent thinking and collaboration come together to create an authentic culture. We thrive on innovation, inclusiveness, and cohesive perspectives. At WellSky you can make a difference.

Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:

• Excellent medical with Rx, dental, and vision benefits
• Mental Health support through EAP
• Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
• 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
• Educational assistance up to $2500 per year

WellSky provides equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WellSky is proud to be a drug-free workplace.

Applicants for U.S.-based positions with WellSky must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Certain client-facing positions may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunizations and occupational health mandates.