Advanced Coding Specialist | Certified Health Information Coder

DaMar Staffing; Peabody (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

DaMar Staffing in Peabody, KS, seeks an Advanced Coding Specialist to assign ICD-10 CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS codes from medical records, supporting billing, reporting and compliance.

You'll work with physicians and billing teams across departments, maintain accuracy above 95%, adhere to AHIMA guidelines, and obtain professional certification within one year.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a vibrant Midwest community.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, and ICD-10 CM/PCS coding.
• Proficiency in applying CC/MCC coding principles.
• Understanding POA, DRG, MS-DRG, APR-DRG systems and severity of illness.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to AHIMA guidelines and ethical coding standards.
• Apply ICD-10 CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding to reflect patient visits accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, and billing teams to resolve queries.
• Use coding software to manage inpatient coding, including procedures and diagnoses.
• Abstract data elements such as POA and discharge status as required.
• Communicate coding issues to providers and CDI specialists to improve documentation.
• Serve as a resource for coding questions and billing edits.
• Maintain coding accuracy rate of 95%+ and meet productivity standards.

Skills

Anatomy and physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Pharmacology knowledge

ICD-10 CM/PCS coding

Job description

Advanced Coding Specialist | Certified Health Information Coder

Peabody, KS $52,009 - $67,099 a year

Join a dynamic healthcare team as an Advanced Coding Specialist, where your expertise in clinical documentation and coding will directly impact patient care and organizational success. This role involves reviewing clinical records and diagnostic results to accurately assign ICD-10 CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT/HCPCS codes for billing, reporting, research, and compliance purposes. You will handle coding responsibilities across various hospital departments including Ancillary, Emergency, Inpatient, Outpatient Surgery, Obstetrics, Infusion, and Long Term Care.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to ethical coding standards and official guidelines as outlined by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
• Apply ICD-10 CM and PCS codes to reflect patient visits accurately, identifying relevant MS-DRG and APR-DRG classifications that affect reimbursement.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, clinical staff, and billing teams to ensure accurate coding and resolve queries.
• Utilize coding software and resources to manage inpatient coding, including procedures and diagnoses.
• Abstract essential data elements such as present on admission (POA) and discharge status as required.
• Communicate coding issues clearly to providers and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists to enhance documentation quality and revenue impact.
• Serve as a resource for coding questions and billing edit resolutions.
• Maintain a coding accuracy rate of 95% or higher and meet productivity standards.
• Comply with HIPAA regulations to protect patient information.

Education and Experience

• Advanced knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, and ICD-10 CM/PCS coding.
• Proven ability to apply Complications and Co-Morbidity (CC) and Major Complication/Co-Morbidity (MCC) coding principles.
• Understanding of POA requirements, DRG, MS-DRG, and APR-DRG systems, including severity of illness and risk of mortality.
• Successful completion of courses in Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, and basic ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Health Information Management, medical office, or healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• ICD-10 education and training.
• Three years of hospital inpatient coding experience.
• Certifications such as CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-H, RHIT, or RHIA are highly desirable.

Licensure and Certification

• Must obtain professional coding certification within one year of employment.

Behavioral Skills

• Integrity: Demonstrate honesty and ethical behavior, inspiring others to uphold organizational values.
• Compassion: Show empathy and excellent customer service, managing conflicts and expectations with care.
• Accountability: Take ownership of projects and adapt flexibly to changing priorities.
• Respect: Collaborate effectively with diverse populations and maintain a positive service orientation.
• Excellence: Exhibit strong communication and leadership skills, capable of guiding teams and facilitating process improvements.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to healthcare delivery in a vibrant regional community in the Midwest.