Abstractor/Coder Remote FullTime

Trinity Health; West Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a detail-oriented coding specialist to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately coding medical services using CPT, ICD-9/10, and HCPCS codes, ensuring compliance with guidelines. You will communicate with healthcare providers and participate in special projects while maintaining high coding production and quality standards. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment, where your skills will help enhance patient care and support the mission of equitable healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC is mandatory.
• One year of physician coding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Abstract information from service documentation and code appropriately.
• Communicate with providers and stakeholders professionally.
• Review and resolve coding denials.

Skills

CPT Coding

ICD-9/10 Coding

HCPCS Coding

Communication Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Coding Certification (AHIMA or AAPC)

One Year Physician Coding Experience

Tools

Electronic Health Record Systems

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Key Responsibilities (list 5-8):

1. Accurately abstract information from service documentation, assign and sequence appropriate CPT, ICD-9/10, and HCPCS codes into the billing systems, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
2. Communicate professionally with providers, practice management, and other stakeholders, either verbally or in writing.
3. Work on encounters in the coding work queue or task lists in a timely manner.
4. Meet or exceed organizational coding production and quality standards.
5. Stay current with regulatory changes and coding updates, such as NCCI and MUE edits.
6. Review and resolve coding denials.
7. Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements / Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year physician coding experience preferred.
• Previous Electronic Health Record experience preferred.

License/Certification:

• Coding Certification through AHIMA (CCS or CCS-P) or AAPC (CPC) required.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Trinity Health, one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems, is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Our diverse workforce enables us to provide accessible and equitable care. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.