Medical Coder II: ICD-10/CPT Expert

C003 University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Associates (UMA) is seeking a coder/abstracter to ensure precise coding for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services based on patient records. You will follow ICD-10 and CPT guidelines and adhere to AMA, AHA, and AHIMA standards, within MUSC policies and procedures.

The role requires an associate or equivalent experience in coding, with certifications such as CPC/CCS preferred, and strong analytical and communication skills to resolve coding issues.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in health information technology or related field or 5 years coding experience.
• Coding certification (e.g., CPC, CCS) required.
• With Associate’s degree, minimum of 2-3 years of experience in coding and familiarity with coding software.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve coding issues.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assign codes for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services based on patient records.
• Apply ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with AMA, AHA, and AHIMA guidelines and MUSC policies.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s degree in health information technology

5 years coding experience

Coding credential (CPC/CCS)

Job description

University Medical Associates (UMA) is seeking a coder/abstracter to ensure precise coding for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services based on patient records. You will follow ICD-10 and CPT guidelines and adhere to AMA, AHA, and AHIMA standards, within MUSC policies and procedures.

The role requires an associate or equivalent experience in coding, with certifications such as CPC/CCS preferred, and strong analytical and communication skills to resolve coding issues.