Medical Coder II: ICD-10/CPT Specialist

musc; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a coder/abstracter to assign accurate codes for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services in patient records. The role follows ICD-10 and CPT guidelines under MUSC policies to maintain compliant health information management.

The coder will analyze medical records, resolve coding issues, and communicate effectively with care teams in a fast-paced hospital setting. Excellence in accuracy and attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in health information technology or related field; or 5 years coding experience.
• With Associate's degree, minimum of 2-3 years coding experience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve coding issues.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient, outpatient, and emergency service diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure coding aligns with ICD-10, CPT, and official guidelines.
• Adhere to Health Information Management policies and MUSC procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Coding experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree in health information technology

Coding certification (CPC/CCS)

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a coder/abstracter to assign accurate codes for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services in patient records. The role follows ICD-10 and CPT guidelines under MUSC policies to maintain compliant health information management.

The coder will analyze medical records, resolve coding issues, and communicate effectively with care teams in a fast-paced hospital setting. Excellence in accuracy and attention to detail is essential.