ICD Coding & Medical Data Abstraction Specialist

Highmark Health; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Hospital Coder to perform thorough medical record review and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes. You will support revenue cycle by reducing unbilled days and ensuring accurate data abstraction.

Responsibilities include abstracting data elements for statistical requests and entering coded information into designated systems. The role requires staying current with ICD guidelines and collaborating with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Experience selecting ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstract data elements for statistical requests.
• Maintain up-to-date ICD guideline knowledge.
• Understand computer applications and data systems.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Ability to work with health care team.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret medical information to determine ICD codes.
• Abstract data elements for hospital/statistical requests.
• Manage unbilled coding reports and cash flow.
• Stay updated on ICD guideline changes and apply them.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical coding

Data entry

HIPAA knowledge

Team collaboration

Terminology familiarity

Education

High School or GED

Associate's degree in HIM or Related Field

CCS or CIC certification

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Hospital Coder to perform thorough medical record review and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes. You will support revenue cycle by reducing unbilled days and ensuring accurate data abstraction.

Responsibilities include abstracting data elements for statistical requests and entering coded information into designated systems. The role requires staying current with ICD guidelines and collaborating with the health care team.