Coder II

musc; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a coder/abstracter to assign accurate codes for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services in patient records. The role follows ICD-10 and CPT guidelines under MUSC policies to maintain compliant health information management.

The coder will analyze medical records, resolve coding issues, and communicate effectively with care teams in a fast-paced hospital setting. Excellence in accuracy and attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in health information technology or related field; or 5 years coding experience.
• With Associate's degree, minimum of 2-3 years coding experience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve coding issues.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient, outpatient, and emergency service diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure coding aligns with ICD-10, CPT, and official guidelines.
• Adhere to Health Information Management policies and MUSC procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Coding experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree in health information technology

Coding certification (CPC/CCS)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Regular

Cost Center
CC002307 SYS - Hospital Coding

Pay Rate Type
Hourly

Pay Grade
Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift

Job Description

The coder/abstracter is responsible for accurate code assignment of all inpatient, outpatient, and emergency service diagnoses, procedures and conditions as indicated in the patient medical record. Classification systems include ICD-10 and CPT edition, and all coding is in accordance with official coding guidelines from the American Medical Association, the American Hospital Association, and the American Health Information Management Association. All work is carried out in accordance with the Health Information Management Department and MUSC approved policies and procedures.

Additional Job Description

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in health information technology or related field or 5 years coding experience; coding certification (e.g., CPC, CCS) required.


• With Associate's degree, minimum of 2-3 years of experience in coding and familiarity with coding software.


• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve coding issues.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-A, or other coding credential required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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