Medical Coder (CCS/CIC) - ICD Coding & Data Abstraction

Highmark Health; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is looking for a Hospital Coder to review medical records, assign ICD codes, and abstract data for reporting and billing workflows. The role supports accurate coding and timely cash flow within the hospital system.

The ideal candidate has hospital coding experience, coding-course completion, and CCS or CIC certification, with strong data entry and teamwork abilities. On-site role with competitive pay and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School / GED required.
• 1 year in Hospital coding experience.
• Completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• CCS or CIC certification required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Understanding of computer applications.
• Ability to work with health care team.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets medical information to determine ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests and enters data into designated system.
• Manages unbilled coding report to assist cash flow.
• Keeps current with ICD guideline changes and applies updates in daily work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology familiarity

Data entry skills

Team collaboration

ICD coding knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Health Information Management or Related Field

CCS or CIC certification

Tools

None

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is looking for a Hospital Coder to review medical records, assign ICD codes, and abstract data for reporting and billing workflows. The role supports accurate coding and timely cash flow within the hospital system.

The ideal candidate has hospital coding experience, coding-course completion, and CCS or CIC certification, with strong data entry and teamwork abilities. On-site role with competitive pay and responsibilities.