Coding Specialist

CareSouth Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CareSouth Carolina is seeking a coder responsible for accurate captioning of charges from the Electronic Medical Record, including CPT, ICD-10 codes and G-Codes.

You will review the EHR to ensure all codes and charges are captured, interact respectfully with patients and staff, and maintain HIPAA confidentiality. Hours are Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Society Hill, SC.

Join a team dedicated to accurate medical billing and compliant coding practices in a community healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience as a certified coder preferred; FQHC billing/coding experience preferred but not required.
• AAPC-certified professional coder preferred; if not certified, certification within 6 months of hire to maintain employment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to work independently and handle problems with several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients and employees respectfully and consistently with the mission and values of CareSouth Carolina.
• Coding and Charge Entry: Enter CPT and ICD-10 codes as well as capturing G-Codes and translating sno-med code into proper CPT code for services rendered.
• Review the Electronic Health Record to ensure that all relevant codes and charges have been captured.
• Protected Health Information Confidentiality: Maintains compliance with confidentiality standards including HIPAA, JCAHO accreditation standards, etc.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAPC-certified professional coder

Certification within 6 months if not certified

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for accurate captioning of all charges from the Electronic Medical Record, including any CPT, G-Codes, and ICD-10 codes needed for maximizing revenue. The duties of the position include but are not limited to:

• Interact with patients and employees respectfully and consistently with the mission and values of CareSouth Carolina.
• Coding and Charge Entry: Entering CPT and ICD-10 codes as well as capturing G-Codes and translating any relevant sno-med code into the proper CPT code for services rendered.
• Review the Electronic Health Record to ensure that all relevant codes and charges have been captured.
• Protected Health Information Confidentiality: Maintains compliance with all relevant confidentiality standards including CareSouth Carolina procedures, HIPAA, JCAHO accreditation standards, etc.

Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of one year's experience as a certified coder is strongly preferred. FQHC billing/coding experience is preferred but not required.
• AAPC-certified professional coder is preferred. If not a certified coder, certification is required within 6 months of hire to maintain employment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to work independently and handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Hours

Monday-Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Location

Society Hill, SC

CareSouth Carolina is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, age, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

CareSouth Carolina is more than just a healthcare provider; we are a nationally recognized leader committed to revolutionizing care. Our core mission is to build a healthy community by serving as a premier patient-centered medical home.

We are seeking dedicated, compassionate professionals who share our vision to lead the transformation of community-centered care and services.

If you are passionate about making a local difference that garners national attention and impact, join a team where your work directly contributes to better health outcomes for our communities. Start your career with purpose at CareSouth Carolina.