Entry-Level Physician Coder – ICD-10/CPT Expert

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking an entry-level Professional Physician Coder to review medical records and accurately code physician services using ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS. The role supports the Central Business Office to maximize reimbursement with compliant coding practices and effective communication with physicians.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology, and certification in CPC/CCS/CCS-P/CMC. An associate degree in medical office billing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Entry-level physician coding experience in professional or physician practice coding.
• One of CPC, CCS, CCS-P, or CMC national certifications.
• High school diploma or equivalent; knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Preferred: Associate degree with Medical Office Billing.

Responsibilities

• Reviews medical records and codes physician services using ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS classifications.
• Codes diagnoses, co-morbidities, complications, procedures, supplies, injections and drugs.
• Assists Central Business Office to maximize reimbursement and follow up on denials.
• Notifies supervisor of any compliance violations discovered during reviews.
• Communicates with physicians, offices, coding team and manager.
• Uses department resources to support accurate coding practices.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains regular, punctual attendance per organizational policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

Medical terminology

Electronic health records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Cone Health is seeking an entry-level Professional Physician Coder to review medical records and accurately code physician services using ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS. The role supports the Central Business Office to maximize reimbursement with compliant coding practices and effective communication with physicians.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology, and certification in CPC/CCS/CCS-P/CMC. An associate degree in medical office billing is preferred.