Medical Billing Coding Analyst

The US Oncology Network is looking for a Coding Analyst to join our team at Texas Oncology. This full-time hybrid position supports the Research Billing Department in Richardson, Texas. As part of The US Oncology Network, Texas Oncology delivers high-quality, evidence-based care to patients close to home, treating half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually.

About the role

Working under limited supervision, the Coding Analyst performs billing and coding activities, assigns appropriate billing codes to patient accounts, and ensures accurate and complete claims. This position reports to the Business Office Director and supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for coding changes (e.g., CPT/HCPCS, diagnosis, modifiers, place of service, authorizations, UOM, MUE, NDC) based on payer denials to ensure accurate coding and billing.
• Abstract relevant clinical information from medical records and provider documentation to assign ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Review and correct coding errors post-claim processing/denial, ensuring accurate refiling of corrected claims to payers.
• Use LCD/NCD policies to ensure accurate coding for the CMS region.
• Utilize coding tools such as Optum Encoder and CMS guidelines.
• Maintain coding accuracy of 95% or higher based on internal QA reviews.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of AAPC Certified Professional Coder Exam required.
• Minimum three years of medical coding experience required.
• Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) required.
• Prior oncology experience preferred.
• Prior medical billing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit or stand, talk, or hear during scheduled business hours.
• Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment

• May include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
• Involves in-person interaction with co-workers, management, and clients.
• May require minimal travel by automobile to office sites.

Schedule

Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

At our clinic, you’ll join a collaborative, patient-focused team dedicated to delivering high-quality oncology care. We foster a supportive environment where staff are encouraged to grow professionally, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact on patient experiences.