Medical Assistant Coordinator & Coding Lead

US Heart & Vascular; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart & Vascular in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant Coordinator to join Davis Vein and Vascular in Cypress. The role includes coding oversight, EMR usage, staff supervision, and ensuring accurate documentation for billing and reimbursement.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED, current Medical Assistant certification, and at least two years of MA experience. Cardiology practice experience is a plus, with travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current Certification as a Medical Assistant is required.
• Two years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of EMR systems required.
• Cardiology practice experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and assigns accurate medical codes to diagnoses, procedures, and services.
• Ensures coding compliance with ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS guidelines.
• Analyzes medical records to extract relevant information for coding.
• Abstracts clinical data from patient records for coding.
• Resolves coding discrepancies with healthcare providers.
• Stays updated on coding regulation changes and guidelines.
• Collaborates with providers and billing staff to optimize coding accuracy and reimbursement.
• Performs coding audits to assess quality and compliance.
• Provides coding education and training to staff.
• Uses coding software and electronic health record systems proficiently.
• Maintains HIPAA confidentiality.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Coding software

Job description

US Heart & Vascular in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant Coordinator to join Davis Vein and Vascular in Cypress. The role includes coding oversight, EMR usage, staff supervision, and ensuring accurate documentation for billing and reimbursement.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED, current Medical Assistant certification, and at least two years of MA experience. Cardiology practice experience is a plus, with travel up to 50%.