Certified Medical Coder – Hospital ICD-10 Specialist

Missouridelta; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouridelta in Sikeston, MO is seeking a Certified Medical Coder to join our hospital coding team, handling coding across Radiology, Cardiology, OB/GYN, Lab, and Infusion Center. You will apply ICD-9-CM/ICD-10 codes and support medical necessity decisions while ensuring accuracy.

You will review charts, contact physicians for missing information, and assist in training new staff and remote coders. Certification and hospital experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Past experience coding with ICD-9-CM in a hospital setting is required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 coding system, medical terminology, pathology, and anatomy/physiology is an asset.
• Certification in coding (e.g., CPC) is required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Code using CPT/ICD codes for various departments including Radiology, Cardiology, OB/GYN, and Laboratory.
• Review charts to determine reason for errors and correct the codes.
• Contact physicians for missing orders or data regarding medical necessity.
• Assist in training new personnel and remote coders.
• Participate in educational programs and maintain active AAPC status.
• Handle emergencies coding with SymMetrics and print department logs as needed.

Skills

Medical coding

ICD-9-CM

ICD-10

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Pharmacology

Education

High School diploma

Certified medical coder (CPC)

Tools

SymMetrics

EBEW lists

Job description

Missouridelta in Sikeston, MO is seeking a Certified Medical Coder to join our hospital coding team, handling coding across Radiology, Cardiology, OB/GYN, Lab, and Infusion Center. You will apply ICD-9-CM/ICD-10 codes and support medical necessity decisions while ensuring accuracy.

You will review charts, contact physicians for missing information, and assist in training new staff and remote coders. Certification and hospital experience are preferred.