ICD-10/CPT Medical Coder & Data Abstraction Pro

Allegheny Health Network; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a qualified Medical Records coder to review and abstract medical records, determine ICD-10-CM/CPT codes, and ensure accurate statistical reporting. The role emphasizes adherence to coding guidelines and improving cash flow through accurate documentation.

The position requires at least a high school education and coding coursework, with 1 year of hospital or physician coding experience, and relevant RHIT/RHIA/ CCS-P/CPC/CPC-A certifications.

Qualifications

• High School/GED
• Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• 1 year of Hospital and/or Physician Coding
• 1 year coding at mid-level facilities or clinics
• 1 year coding major surgeries, observations and/or E/Ms
• Medical Terminology
• Strong data entry skills
• An understanding of computer applications
• Ability to work with members of the health care team
• RHIT, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC, COC, CPC-A certifications

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets medical information to determine ICD-10-CM/CPT codes.
• Abstracts data elements for statistical requests and enters data into systems.
• Manages unbilled coding report and supports cash flow.
• Keeps updated with ICD-10-CM/CPT guidelines and applies changes.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/CPT coding

Medical terminology

Data entry

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Problem solving

Healthcare terminology

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

RHIT Certification

RHIA Certification

CCS-P Certification

CPC Certification

COC Certification

CPC-A Certification

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a qualified Medical Records coder to review and abstract medical records, determine ICD-10-CM/CPT codes, and ensure accurate statistical reporting. The role emphasizes adherence to coding guidelines and improving cash flow through accurate documentation.

The position requires at least a high school education and coding coursework, with 1 year of hospital or physician coding experience, and relevant RHIT/RHIA/ CCS-P/CPC/CPC-A certifications.