Hybrid Medical Records Coder III - Coding Expert

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Med Records Coder III to join the United Business Office Coding team. This role involves advanced coding and data abstraction for medical documentation, using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines.

Hybrid position based in New York with responsibilities including resolving coding denials and communicating improvements to providers and colleagues to ensure precise coding and billing outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 1 year medical coder experience required.
• Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology or health-related field preferred.
• Certifications such as RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC preferred are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review and assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes from medical records.
• Review coding denials and provide feedback for correction.
• Abstract data and perform system edit checks for accuracy.
• Respond to coding information requests from internal and external sources.
• Consult with providers and vendors to obtain specificity when documentation is incomplete.

Skills

Medical coding accuracy

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Health Information Technology

Tools

ICD-10CM

CPT

HCPCS

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a Med Records Coder III to join the United Business Office Coding team. This role involves advanced coding and data abstraction for medical documentation, using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines.

Hybrid position based in New York with responsibilities including resolving coding denials and communicating improvements to providers and colleagues to ensure precise coding and billing outcomes.