Healthcare Coder/Abstractor (CCA) – ICD-10 Specialist

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking a Coder/Abstractor in the Health Information Management department. The role codes, sequences and abstracts inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines.

Requirements include a Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification, with a Certified Coding Specialist to be obtained within 12 months of hire, a high school diploma or equivalent, and an associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• One year of inpatient or outpatient coding experience preferred.
• CCA certification required; CPC/CSHCs within 12 months desirable.

Responsibilities

• Code, sequence, and abstract inpatient, outpatient, and ED records per ICD-10-CM and CPT.
• Collaborate with mentors to ensure accurate medical record coding.

Skills

Health Information Systems

Problem solving

Process improvement

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Job description

University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking a Coder/Abstractor in the Health Information Management department. The role codes, sequences and abstracts inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines.

Requirements include a Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification, with a Certified Coding Specialist to be obtained within 12 months of hire, a high school diploma or equivalent, and an associate degree preferred.