CCA Coder & Abstractor – ICD-10/CPT Specialist

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coder/Abstractor at University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) codes, sequences, and abstracts inpatient, outpatient, and ED records using ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines. A coding mentor assists in ensuring accurate documentation and coding practices.

Requirements include a CCA certification and CCS certification within 12 months of hire, plus one year of inpatient or outpatient coding experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• CCA certification is required.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• One year of inpatient or outpatient coding experience preferred.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

Data abstraction

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

The Coder/Abstractor at University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) codes, sequences, and abstracts inpatient, outpatient, and ED records using ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines. A coding mentor assists in ensuring accurate documentation and coding practices.

Requirements include a CCA certification and CCS certification within 12 months of hire, plus one year of inpatient or outpatient coding experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate degree preferred.