Coding Specialist

US Oncology Inc.; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

M/D/V

Life Ins.

401(k)

Job summary

Willamette Valley Cancer Institute in Eugene, OR is seeking a Coding Specialist to perform medical record coding and assign diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports under direct supervision.

The role supports the US Oncology Compliance Program and requires CPC certification, a high school diploma, and at least one year of medical coding experience; familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT-4 is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a course in medical terminology is required.
• CPC certification is required.
• Minimum one year of medical coding experience; three years preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding systems highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Abstract relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Identify principal and secondary diagnosis with minimal error based on national standards.
• Code with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews.
• Record all diagnostic procedures and assign appropriate procedure codes.
• Request diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded.
• Determine and record the required medical information.
• Update coding procedures and guidelines; coordinate with medical staff.

Skills

Medical coding accuracy

Attention to detail

ICD-10 knowledge

CPT-4 knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology course

CPC certification

Job description

Overview

Willamette Valley Cancer Institute – Oregon’s largest private oncology practice and a member of the US Oncology network – is looking for a Coding Specialist to join the team. Under direct supervision, this individual will perform all medical record coding activities and Assign appropriate diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports.

This role will also support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The general pay scale for this position at WVCI is $21 - $35. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to: prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.

Employment Type: Full time
Benefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)
Location: Onsite role in Eugene, OR

Responsibilities

• Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.


• Identifies principal and secondary diagnosis with minimal error based on the national based standards.


• Codes with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews.


• Records all diagnostic procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes.


• Requests diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded.


• Determines and records the required medical information.


• Updates coding procedures and guidelines. Works with medical assistants and other staff in coordinating medical information and patient charts.


• Maintains the confidentiality of the medical information contained in each record

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Completion of a course in medical terminology.


• CPC certification required.


• Minimum one year of coding medical experience required, three years experience medical coding preferred.


• Knowledge of medical records coding procedures and knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT-4 Coding Systems highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.