Coder I - Hospital - FT

UVALDE COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY UVALDE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL; Uvalde (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Uvalde Memorial Hospital, part of Uvalde County Hospital Authority, seeks a Medical Records Coder to join the Health Information Management team in Uvalde, TX. You will translate medical data into ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes, supporting accurate billing and compliant documentation.

You will collaborate with clinicians, protect patient confidentiality under HIPAA, and pursue ongoing coding education in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of hospital or clinic coding experience preferred.
• Certification required within two years of employment (CPC, CCS, CIC, or COC).

Responsibilities

• Review inpatient and outpatient records to identify diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign accurate codes using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 guidelines.
• Ensure coding is completed in a timely manner with high accuracy.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to clarify documentation as needed.
• Serve as a resource for staff regarding coding questions and best practices.
• Protect patient confidentiality and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

EMR systems

Job description

Medical Records Coder – Health Information Management (HIM)Location: Uvalde Memorial Hospital – Uvalde, Texas – IN PERSONJob Type: Full-TimeSchedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5pMake a Difference Every DayAt Uvalde Memorial Hospital, every detail matters when it comes to delivering exceptional patient care — including the accuracy and integrity of our medical records. We are looking for a dedicated Medical Records Coder who is passionate about precision, compliance, and supporting the healthcare team behind the scenes.In this role, you will play an essential part in ensuring that diagnoses and procedures are accurately translated into medical codes that support patient care documentation, hospital operations, and billing processes. Your work helps maintain the integrity of our medical records while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven healthcare team where your expertise helps keep our hospital running smoothly and efficiently.In This Role, You Will:Review inpatient and outpatient medical records to identify diagnoses and procedures.Assign accurate codes using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 guidelines.Ensure coding is completed in a timely manner while maintaining high accuracy standards.Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to clarify documentation when needed.Serve as a resource for staff regarding coding questions and best practices.Help maintain compliance with state, federal, and hospital regulations.Protect patient confidentiality and ensure HIPAA standards are upheld.Participate in ongoing training and education to stay current with coding updates and regulations.What We’re Looking For:High school diploma or GED required.One year of hospital or clinic coding experience preferred.Certification required within two years of employment (CPC, CCS, CIC, or COC).Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain coding accuracy.Excellent communication and organizational skills.Comfort using Microsoft Office, Outlook, and electronic medical record systems.Why You’ll Love Working Here:You’ll be part of a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to serving our community.Your work directly supports patient care and hospital operations.Opportunities for professional development and certification growth.Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.A supportive workplace culture where your contributions are valued.Ready to Join Our Team?If you are detail-oriented, motivated by accuracy, and passionate about supporting healthcare from behind the scenes, we would love to meet you.