Inpatient Medical Coder – CCS/CIC (Sign-On Bonus)

Highmark Health; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

2-year commitment

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Records Abstractor to review and code medical data using ICD systems. You will abstract data elements and input coded information into the hospital system, ensuring timely, accurate documentation to support cash flow.

The role requires CCS or CIC certification, with at least 1 year in hospital coding and familiarity with medical terminology. A strong data-entry skill set and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires CCS or CIC certification.
• 1 year in hospital coding experience.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and data entry.
• Proficiency with medical coding and ICD guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets medical information to determine ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstracts data elements and enters coded information into the designated system.
• Manages unbilled coding reports to optimize cash flow.
• Keeps up to date with ICD guideline changes and training.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Education

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified In-patient Professional Coder (CIC)

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Records Abstractor to review and code medical data using ICD systems. You will abstract data elements and input coded information into the hospital system, ensuring timely, accurate documentation to support cash flow.

The role requires CCS or CIC certification, with at least 1 year in hospital coding and familiarity with medical terminology. A strong data-entry skill set and teamwork are essential.