Coding Specialist

Crescent Community Health Center; Dubuque (IA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Crescent Community Health Center is seeking a Coding Specialist to accurately code medical records and ensure compliance with coding guidelines. The role supports the revenue cycle and requires attention to detail and strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS within an Epic/OCHIN environment.

Ideal candidates have a background in medical coding and excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical coding certification (CPC/ CCS/ RHIT or equivalent) preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Review medical records and assign codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with guidelines, regulations, and policies.
• Collaborate with providers to clarify documentation and coding discrepancies.
• Utilize Epic/OCHIN or other EHR systems to input and retrieve patient data.
• Participate in coding audits and provide feedback to improve practices.
• Stay updated with changes in coding standards and regulations.
• Assist in training and mentoring new coding staff as needed.
• Support billing in resolving coding-related issues and denials.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Medical coding

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

EHR proficiency

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical coding certificate or CPC, CCS, RHIT, or equivalent credential

Herramientas

Epic

OCHIN

Descripción del empleo

Job Purpose:- The Coding Specialist at Crescent Community Health Center is responsible for accurately coding medical records and ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations. This role is crucial in maintaining the integrity of patient data and supporting the revenue cycle process within our healthcare facility.Key Responsibilities:- Review medical records and assign appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.- Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with established guidelines, regulations, and policies.- Collaborate with healthcare providers and staff to clarify documentation and coding discrepancies.- Utilize Epic/OCHIN or other electronic health record systems to input and retrieve patient data.- Participate in coding audits and provide feedback to improve coding practices and documentation.- Stay updated with changes in coding standards and healthcare regulations.- Assist in training and mentoring new coding staff as needed.- Support the billing department in resolving coding-related issues and denials.- Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.Required Education:- High school diploma or equivalent.Preferred Education:- Medical coding certificate or CPC, CCS, RHIT, or equivalent credential.Required Experience:- NonePreferred Experience:- Two years of medical coding experience in a physician practice, clinic, FQHC, or similar setting preferred.- Experience with Epic/OCHIN or another electronic health record system preferred.Required Skills and Abilities:- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in coding.- Excellent organizational and time management skills.- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.- Proficient in using computer systems and software related to medical coding.- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.- Understanding of medical terminology and anatomy.Background check, drug screen, and medical check required. Wage range depends on candidate's certification status and amount of experience.