Medical Coder – ICD-10/CPT Specialist for Hospitals

Highmark Health; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 30.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Coder to review medical records, assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes, and abstract data for statistical reporting. You will enter coded data into the hospital system and stay current with coding guidelines.

The role supports cash flow through accurate unbilled coding reports, requires RHIT/RHIA/CCS-P/CPC certifications or equivalents, and involves collaboration with clinical teams in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• High School/GED
• Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• 1 year of Hospital and/or Physician Coding
• 1 year coding at mid-level facilities or clinics
• 1 year coding major surgeries, observations and/or E/Ms
• Medical Terminology
• Strong data entry skills
• An understanding of computer applications
• Ability to work with members of the health care team
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCS-P)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• CPC-A Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice

Responsabilidades

• Reviews and interprets medical information, physician treatment plans, course, and outcome to determine appropriate ICD-10 CM/CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures. (65%)
• Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests by the hospital, health system, medical staff, etc. and enters all coded/abstracted information into designated system. (15%)
• Ensures efficient management of medical information and cash flow as it pertains to the unbilled coding report. (10%)
• Keeps informed of the changes/updates in ICD-10 CM/CPT guidelines by attending appropriate training, reviewing coding clinics and other resources and implementing these updates in daily work. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required. (5%)

Conocimientos

RHIT

RHIA

CCS-P

CPC

COC

CPC-A Apprentice

Educación

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field

High School/GED

Coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

Descripción del empleo

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Coder to review medical records, assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes, and abstract data for statistical reporting. You will enter coded data into the hospital system and stay current with coding guidelines.

The role supports cash flow through accurate unbilled coding reports, requires RHIT/RHIA/CCS-P/CPC certifications or equivalents, and involves collaboration with clinical teams in a fast-paced environment.