ICD Coding Specialist – Medical Records & Data Abstraction

Highmark Health; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Records Coder to perform thorough medical record review and coding using ICD systems. You will abstract data elements, enter information into our systems, and help improve accounts receivable through accurate coding and reporting.

The role requires knowledge of ICD guidelines, strong data entry skills, and the ability to collaborate with a health-care team. Employment adheres to compliance policies and privacy regulations.

Qualifications

• High School / GED required.
• 1 year in hospital coding experience.
• Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified In-patient Professional Coder (CIC).
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Understanding of computer applications.
• Ability to work with members of the health care team.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets medical information to determine appropriate ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests and enters coded/abstracted information into the designated system.
• Ensures efficient management of medical information and cash flow related to unbilled coding reports.
• Keeps informed of changes/updates in ICD guidelines and implements updates in daily work.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Strong data entry

Hospital coding experience

Medical terminology familiarity

Computer applications knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High School / GED

Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified In-Patient Professional Coder (CIC)

Coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Records Coder to perform thorough medical record review and coding using ICD systems. You will abstract data elements, enter information into our systems, and help improve accounts receivable through accurate coding and reporting.

The role requires knowledge of ICD guidelines, strong data entry skills, and the ability to collaborate with a health-care team. Employment adheres to compliance policies and privacy regulations.