Coding Specialist Certified

About the role

This position evaluates medical records and documentation, provides clinical abstracts, assigns appropriate clinical diagnosis and procedure codes, and supports quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes medical information from medical records and accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information in accordance with national coding guidelines and appropriate reimbursement requirements
• Assists in promoting accurate diagnostic information and complete documentation by physicians, nurses, and other professionals as required
• Consults with medical providers and clinical staff to clarify missing or inadequate records and refers inconsistent patient treatment information/documentation to supervisor or individual department for clarification/additional information for accurate code assignment
• Performs quarterly or as needed ICD, CPT and/or HCPC changes for the Clinic
• Provides Clinic with ICD, CPT and/or HCPC changes quarterly or as needed
• Performs other duties as required and assigned

Requirements

• CPC or CCS certification required
• Minimum one year related experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Ability to code records utilizing established coding guidelines and resources
• Ability to review all PTFs to ensure all codes are current
• Ability to understand and meet coding deadlines to ensure timely submission of bills
• Ability to input abstract data and codes into computer to gather administrative and clinical data for distribution to outside regulatory agencies, third-party payers, administrative staff and physicians
• Ability to audit physician coding for errors and discrepancies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient, personnel, and corporate data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software skills

Skills

• Ability to effectively manage time with a proven ability to meet deadlines; organization and attention to detail
• Ability to operate personal computer, calculator, fax machine, copier, and other office equipment

Benefits

Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times, including patient information, proprietary information and personnel information.

Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.

Remote position; occasional in-person meetings, training sessions, or business-related activities may be required.

Pay

Salary range is $XX.XX - $XXX.XX per hour.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and can accommodate remote work, with occasional in-person meetings.