Associate Coding Specialist

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Florida is seeking an Associate Coding Specialist to apply diagnostic codes, maintain data integrity, and process claims. Applicants should have certification in health information management and at least one year of relevant experience. Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in software tools are preferred. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on accuracy and detail-oriented tasks.

Qualifications

• Certification by AHIMA as RHIT or AAPC as CPC-A needed within one year.
• Completion of coding courses in ICD-CM, CPT/HCPCS, and medical terminology.
• Minimum of one year of HIM experience in a related office setting.

Responsibilities

• Apply diagnostic codes to outpatient encounters.
• Perform data retrieval and claims processing.
• Maintain data integrity within medical records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Encoder systems

Job description

Overview

The Associate Coding Specialist is responsible for day-to-day tasks related to applying appropriate diagnostic codes to ancillary and recurring outpatient encounters or data retrieval, analysis and claims processing while maintaining data integrity within the medical records and other facility systems, as well as the information exchanged between Sarasota Memorial Health Care System (SMHCS) and designated practice management facilities.

Responsibilities

Apply diagnostic codes to outpatient encounters, perform data retrieval and analysis, and process claims. Maintain data integrity within medical records and facility systems, and ensure accurate information exchange between SMHCS and designated practice management facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Certification by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) OR certification by American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) as a Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A) or must be obtained within one (1) year of hire/transfer.
• Completion of basic introductory coding courses including ICD-CM and CPT/HCPCS coding, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pathology, and pharmacology.
• Minimum of one (1) year Health Information Management (HIM) experience (i.e., basic coding, data analysis, etc.) in a related office setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospital outpatient coding experience.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, effective verbal and written communication, and ability to interact with different departments and practitioners.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, EHR software and Encoder systems; ability to perform clerical duties and repetitive, detailed tasks.
• Ability to work independently, shift priorities, and demonstrate decision-making ability.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and critical thinking skills, and understanding of healthcare documentation.

Mandatory Education

HS EQ: High School Diploma, GED or Certificate

Preferred Education

Licenses and Certifications

• RHIT or CPC-A certification as noted in Required Qualifications, or must be obtained within one (1) year of hire/transfer.

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