Clinical Coding Associate — ICD-10/CPT Expert

The Christ Hospital; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital seeks a CBO Department Phys Div Coding coder associate for full-time day shift in Ohio. The role focuses on translating clinical documentation into coded data, applying CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10-CM guidelines, and ensuring compliant, accurate coding for reimbursement.

Collaboration with supervisors and ongoing education in coding standards are required. Responsibilities include reviewing medical records, applying codes, and supporting denial management while maintaining AHIMA ethics

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Coder credential required (CPC-A/CPC) or CCS-P.
• Successful completion of approved coding certification.
• Knowledge of HCPCS, ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines.
• Ability to read medical records and billing statements.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate clinical documentation into coded data (ICD/CPT).
• Review reports to assign ICD and CPT codes for billing.
• Apply coding principles with E/M element understanding.
• Coordinate with supervisor before contacting providers.
• Extract info from health records to support coding.
• Code at productivity and quality standards.
• Research inpatient bills for compliance and revenue.
• Assist in coding denial follow-up workflows.
• Monitor coding practices for compliance and revenue.
• Maintain knowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10-CM.
• Stay updated on payer rules; report issues.
• Adhere to Code of Conduct and AHIMA ethics.

Skills

Medicare rules

CPT/HCPCS coding

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office

Research

Charge Capture

Education

CPC-A or CPC

CCS-P

Tools

LastWord

GroupWise

Charge Capture software

Job description

The Christ Hospital seeks a CBO Department Phys Div Coding coder associate for full-time day shift in Ohio. The role focuses on translating clinical documentation into coded data, applying CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10-CM guidelines, and ensuring compliant, accurate coding for reimbursement.

Collaboration with supervisors and ongoing education in coding standards are required. Responsibilities include reviewing medical records, applying codes, and supporting denial management while maintaining AHIMA ethics