Medical Coder Professional - Surgical Coder

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Clinton (MS); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Clinton, MS, seeks a Medical Coder Professional - Surgical Coder to review and code medical records for services rendered, ensuring accurate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding and compliant reimbursement. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of coding experience, with AHIMA or AAPC certifications preferred (RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CCS, etc.).

Strong attention to detail, proficiency in EHR systems, and collaboration with clinical and

Formación

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year medical coding experience.
• Certification options include RHIT, RHIA, COC, CIC, CCS/ CCS-A, CCS-P, CPC/CPC-A, or AAPC physician certs.
• Proficiency in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS; knowledge of outpatient procedures and payer requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Review outpatient medical records to assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with regulations, payer policies, and guidelines.
• Assist billing with claims submission and resolve coding-related denials.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure proper code assignment.
• Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
• Demonstrate effective communication with hospital staff via telephone and email.
• Utilize EHR systems and coding software.

Conocimientos

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Educación

High school diploma / GED

Descripción del empleo

Medical Coder Professional - Surgical CoderMedical Coder-Professional is responsible for reviewing and coding medical records and documentation for healthcare services rendered. This role ensures that all diagnoses, procedures, and services provided are accurately coded using standardized coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS). The coder will ensure compliance with insurance requirements, governmental regulations, and industry standards to facilitate correct reimbursement and support the accurate billing process.

Education & Experience

Education and Experience Required:High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of medical coding experience.

Certifications, Licenses, or Registration Required:

One of the following medical coding certifications from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC):

• Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA)Certified Coding Specialist (CCS or CCS-A)
• Certified Coding Specialist- Physician-Based (CCS-P)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC or CPC-A)
• Any Physician specialty certification from AAPC

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in in trauma, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, wound care, urology, and plastic surgery specialties is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of electronic coding systems. Proficiency in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems; strong knowledge of outpatient healthcare services and procedures. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing medical records and assigning correct codes. Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals, insurance providers, and internal departments. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software.

Responsibilities:

• Review outpatient medical records to assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with regulations, payer policies, and guidelines.
• Work with billing teams to prepare and submit claims, resolving any coding-related denials.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure proper code assignment.
• Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
• Demonstrative effective communication and response using systems available to both the Hospital Coder and management through telephone and email communication.
• Demonstrate effective use of required software.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

Environmental and Physical Demands:

Requires no exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, no handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional working hours beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, frequent activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced is subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds, no lifting/carrying 100 pounds or more, occasional climbing, no crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, no kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, frequent sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and frequent walking.(Occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:Full timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:NoPay Class:HourlyFTE %:100Work Shift:Benefits Eligibility:Grant Funded:Job Posting Date:10/22/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):10/26/2026