ICD Coding & Medical Data Abstraction Specialist

highmarkhealth; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled hospital coder to perform thorough medical record reviews, assign ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures, and support accurate billing and reporting.

The role requires one year of hospital coding experience, CCS or CIC certification, and strong data entry skills. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered with a two-year commitment. This on-site position supports the health system's coding accuracy and cash flow.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required; 1 year hospital coding experience
• CCS or CIC certification required
• Familiarity with anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

Responsibilities

• Reviews medical information to determine ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures
• Abstracts data elements for statistical requests and enters data into designated systems
• Manages unbilled coding reports to support cash flow
• Keeps up with ICD guideline changes through training and clinics
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Skills

Strong data entry

Medical terminology familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

CCS or CIC certification

Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled hospital coder to perform thorough medical record reviews, assign ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures, and support accurate billing and reporting.

The role requires one year of hospital coding experience, CCS or CIC certification, and strong data entry skills. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered with a two-year commitment. This on-site position supports the health system's coding accuracy and cash flow.