Clinical Coding Specialist II – ICD-10 & CPT Expert

Bryan Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan Health in Lincoln, NE seeks a skilled Medical Coder to review clinical content across outpatient and inpatient records and assign ICD-10-CM diagnoses and CPT/HCPCS procedures for accurate reimbursement. You will determine DRG/APC assignments and enter coding data into our systems, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines.

Required CCS-P or CPC certification and at least 1 year of facility coding experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding procedures.
• Certification as CCS-P or CPC is required; CCA or CCS preferred for advancement.
• Minimum of one year facility coding experience in a medical environment required.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical content of medical records and assign ICD-10-CM diagnoses and CPT/HCPCS codes.
• Assign and sequence codes to arrive at correct DRG or APC.
• Enter coding information into the system for reimbursement by Patient Financial Services.
• Maintain knowledge of coding guidelines and policies and ensure compliance.
• Educate other hospital staff on medical necessity for coding accuracy.
• Support peer review auditing activities for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and work as part of a team to meet quality standards.

Skills

ICD-10/CPT Coding

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CCS-P or CPC certification

CCA or CCS certification preferred

1 year facility coding experience

Job description

Bryan Health in Lincoln, NE seeks a skilled Medical Coder to review clinical content across outpatient and inpatient records and assign ICD-10-CM diagnoses and CPT/HCPCS procedures for accurate reimbursement. You will determine DRG/APC assignments and enter coding data into our systems, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines.

Required CCS-P or CPC certification and at least 1 year of facility coding experience.