Ambulatory Procedure Medical Coder

Professional Performance Development Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Performance Development Group is seeking an Ambulatory Procedure Visit Medical Coder in San Antonio, Texas. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree in Health Information Management or equivalent qualifications, along with certifications such as CPC or CCS-P.

This role requires at least four years of medical coding experience and a strong understanding of medical terminology and anatomy. PPDG is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities for all individuals.

Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of four years of medical coding and/or auditing experience.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of industry nomenclature.
• Minimum one year of performance in the specialty is required.

Skills

Medical coding

Auditing

Anatomy and physiology

Medical terminology

Pharmacology

Disease processes

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Health Information Management

University certificate in medical coding

30 semester hours of relevant coursework

Coding certification preparation course from AAPC/AHIMA

Tools

CPC certification

CCS-P certification

COC certification

CCS certification

Job description

PPDG is a highly respected company by the Department of Defense with 37 years of experience in the medical field. PPDG has hired, credentialed, and managed and relocated medical personnel in 45 U.S. States and four countries overseas. The reason for PPDG’s longevity with Department of Defense is that we live by our corporate core values.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Our employees represent the full spectrum of our society and are a testimony of our commitment to recognizing the dignity of the individual.

Qualifications

Education: Ambulatory Procedure Visit Medical Coder - An Associate’s degree or higher in Health Information Management OR A university certificate in medical coding OR At least 30 semester hours’ university/college credit that includes relevant coursework such as anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, health information management, and/or pharmacology OR Successful completion of an American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) coding certification preparation course for professional services or facility coding that includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health information management concepts, and pharmacology.

Certifications: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).

Experience: Must possess a minimum of four (4) years of medical coding and/or auditing experience in two (2) or more medical, surgical and ancillary specialties within the past 10 years. A minimum of one (1) year of performance in the specialty is required to be qualifying. Advanced knowledge and understanding of industry nomenclature; medical and procedural terminology; anatomy and physiology; pharmacology; and disease processes.

Additional Information

For immediate consideration apply with resume, salary requirements, and date of availability.

Professional Performance Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable federal laws. Professional Performance also complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location its employees are working. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. PPDG is an "Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer."