Certified Coder

INTEGRIS Health; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

INTEGRIS Health in Oklahoma City, OK seeks a Certified Coder to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS codes for outpatient encounters, ensuring data integrity and compliant reimbursements.

The role requires reviewing documentation, applying coding guidelines, and initiating clarifications as needed while maintaining productivity and accuracy within the coding team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AHIMA or AAPC coding certifications preferred.
• Experience applying ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS guidelines.
• Ability to identify documentation gaps and initiate clarifications.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS codes for outpatient encounters.
• Apply coding guidelines in accordance with payer rules and standards.
• Identify documentation gaps and initiate queries for clarification.
• Resolve routine coding edits and maintain productivity within work queues.
• Communicate coding needs clearly to stakeholders and collaborate with team.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT/HCPCS coding

Documentation review

Clarification queries

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full time, Certified Coder at INTEGRIS Health in Oklahoma City, OK.

Get to Know Your Team

INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system, is seeking a dedicated caregiver to join us in our mission to partner with people to live healthier lives.

Benefits of being an INTEGRIS Health caregiver include front-loaded PTO, medical benefits through the extensive INTEGRIS Health network, financial assistance for continued education, 24/7 mental health support and more.

Take the first step toward growing your career by joining us.

The Certified Coder analyzes clinical and demographic information from the health record to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS codes in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements. This role supports accurate and compliant coding of outpatient medical encounters, contributing to data integrity, appropriate reimbursement, and overall performance of the health system.

• Performs review and analysis of medical records to assign diagnosis and procedure codes for outpatient encounters.
• Applies ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Identifies documentation gaps and initiates queries for clarification.
• Resolves routine coding edits and initiates inquiries to ensure accurate and compliant code assignment.
• Maintains productivity and accuracy standards while managing assigned work queues and supports timely resolution of coding related questions.
• Works cooperatively with coding team members and internal partners to complete work accurately and efficiently
• Clearly communicates documentation needs and coding questions to appropriate stakeholders
• Uses coding tools and references to resolve routine issues and escalates when needed
• Completes assigned coding work accurately and within established timelines
• Follows established workflows and identifies basic opportunities for efficiency
• Supports accurate coding outcomes that contribute to reimbursement and data integrity
• Adapts to changes in coding guidelines, tools, and payer requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION :High School Diploma or GED

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: AHIMA-CCA (Certified Coding Associate) OR AHIMA-RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) OR AHIMA-RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) OR AHIMA-CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) OR AAPC-CPC (Certified Professional Coder) OR AAPC-CPC-A (Certified Professional Coder Apprentice), AAPC-CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder), AAPPC-COC (Certified Outpatient Coder)

SKILLS:Day-to-day work requires: applying ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCS coding for low-complexity outpatient encounters; utilizing coding guidelines and payer rules to ensure accurate and compliant code assignment; reviewing documentation, identifying gaps, and initiating clarification as needed; resolving routine coding edits; and maintaining productivity and accuracy standards within assigned work queues.

INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.