Medical Coder – ICD-10-CM/PCS & Reimbursement

William Newton Memorial Hospital; Winfield (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

William Newton Memorial Hospital is seeking a Certified Coder to translate diagnoses and procedures into ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, ensuring accurate and timely coding to support reimbursements.

The role requires reviewing charts, consulting physicians for clarification, maintaining HIPAA compliance, and meeting quality standards in a hospital setting. Office-based with standard business hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPC certification required.
• Prefer prior hospital coder experience.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Reviews chart thoroughly to ascertain diagnoses and procedures.
• Contacts responsible physician for clarification as needed.
• Ensures codes are supported by documentation and sequenced per guidelines.
• Maintains data quality and complies with HIPAA and CMS regulations.
• Acts as resource on coding and HIM issues.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPC Certification

Job description

William Newton Memorial Hospital is seeking a Certified Coder to translate diagnoses and procedures into ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, ensuring accurate and timely coding to support reimbursements.

The role requires reviewing charts, consulting physicians for clarification, maintaining HIPAA compliance, and meeting quality standards in a hospital setting. Office-based with standard business hours.