Medical Coder Abstractor – Acute Care & E/M

HCA Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus; Lexington (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) Plan with match

Education support

Paid time off

Job summary

HCA Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus is seeking a Coder to apply CPT coding principles and ED/E&M knowledge to medical records for reimbursement. You will enter patient charges and provide partial switchboard coverage, routing calls to the correct extensions within the hospital.

The role requires a High School Diploma and medical terminology, with CPT familiarity or CCS certification consideration. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Terminology knowledge is required.
• Intro to CPT coding is beneficial; ED/E&M experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign CPT/E&M codes for ED/outpatient records.
• Enter patient charges accurately.
• Provide partial coverage for hospital switchboard and route calls appropriately.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Acute care coding

Education

High School Diploma

CCS certification within 12 months

Job description

HCA Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus is seeking a Coder to apply CPT coding principles and ED/E&M knowledge to medical records for reimbursement. You will enter patient charges and provide partial switchboard coverage, routing calls to the correct extensions within the hospital.

The role requires a High School Diploma and medical terminology, with CPT familiarity or CCS certification consideration. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for success.