Cert. Coder/Abstractor

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking a Certified Coder/Abstractor to accurately code, sequence and abstract outpatient records per ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines. You will query physicians for clarification and ensure timely reimbursement while populating essential statistics.

Required CPC or CCS-P certification and at least one year of outpatient coding experience, with a high school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10-CM/HCPCS Level II coding is essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year outpatient coding experience required

Responsibilities

• Code, sequence and abstract outpatient medical records per ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines
• Query physicians for documentation clarification
• Populate statistical databases and ensure timely reimbursement
• Operate within approved practices and guidelines

Skills

Health information systems

Problem solving

Communication skills

CPT coding

ICD-10-CM familiarity

Education

High School diploma

CPC or CCS-P certification

Tools

Health Information Systems software

Job description

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Department HIM NHC
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Days - rotating

The Certified Coder/Abstractor accurately codes, sequences and abstracts outpatient medical records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines to achieve accurate and timely reimbursement and populate statistical databases. Queries physicians for clarification on documentation. Performs duties within approved practices, exercising independent judgment within pre-determined guidelines.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Health Information Systems practices, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to seek out new methods and processes to improve services.
• Ability to utilize verbal and written communication skills effectively.
• Knowledge of the CPT®coding system and familiarity with the ICD-10-CM and HCPCS Level II coding systems

Required Experience:

Work Experience:

One year of outpatient coding experience required; may consider internships experience.

License/Registration/Certification:

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist- Physician based (CCS-P) required

Education and Training:

High School diploma or equivalent required.