Full-Time Coder-Physician Practices

Join Ashe Memorial Hospital as a Full-Time Coder-Physician Practices in West Jefferson, North Carolina.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform charge entry in Athena EMR through real-time and retrospective workflows.

• Review medical records for completeness, specificity, and compliance.

• Manage coding workflows, charge posting, and work queues.

• Support provider documentation improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Education.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate degree preferred.

• Certifications.

Benefits & Compensation

• Position Summary.

• The Physician Practices Coder is responsible for accurate coding, documentation review, and charge entry for primary care Rural Health Clinic (RHC) services and specialty practices including oncology, orthopedics, obstetrics/gynecology, and urology utilizing Athena EMR.

• This position supports compliant coding practices for Evaluation & Management (E/M) services, preventive care, and procedural services while ensuring documentation specificity, revenue cycle integrity, and optimal reimbursement outcomes.

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong coding knowledge, attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively with providers and interdisciplinary teams.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

• Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.

This position offers hybrid flexibility. Work with Ashe Memorial Hospital in West Jefferson, North Carolina.