Coding Specialist

CareSouth Carolina, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CareSouth Carolina is seeking a qualified Medical Coder to accurately capture CPT, ICD-10, and G-Codes for services rendered in our Society Hill, SC location. You will review the EHR to ensure all charges are correct and compliant with HIPAA and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities include translating sno-med codes, entering charges, and maintaining confidentiality while delivering high-quality coding for revenue integrity and patient care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients and employees respectfully and in line with CareSouth Carolina's mission and values.
• Coding and Charge Entry: Enter CPT and ICD-10 codes and translate sno-med codes into proper CPT codes.
• Review the Electronic Health Record to ensure all relevant codes and charges are captured.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance; follow accreditation standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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.