Medical Coding Specialist

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio, Texas seeks a Coding Specialist to join our team. You will be the essential link between clinical, financial, and IT departments, ensuring accurate charge entry across all services and leading coding-related training initiatives.

The role emphasizes adherence to regulatory standards, QA, and collaboration with clinical teams to support accurate documentation and patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; formal coding program certificate preferred.
• Three years inpatient coding experience or more with accurate charge capture expected.
• Certification in RHIT/RHIA/CCS or equivalent preferred and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient, outpatient surgery, and observation visits using ICD-9-CM and CPT coding as applicable.
• Assist in training new coding technicians and provide guidance as needed.
• Ensure coding meets regulatory requirements and health system standards.
• Promote professionalism and adherence to guest relations policy in all interactions.

Skills

Medical coding

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited coding program certificate

RHIT/RHIA/CCS (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

3M Encoding & Grouping

Job description

Exciting Opportunity For Medical Coding Specialist at University Health in San Antonio!

Are you ready to make an impact in healthcare and be part of a nationally recognized, top-tier health system? University Health in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking a dynamic Coding Specialist to join our outstanding team. This position offers an exciting chance to work at one of the most innovative and award-winning hospitals in the region.

Why University Health?

• Top 10% in the Nationfor clinical excellence, recognized by U.S. News & World Report.
• Magnet® Recognized Hospital– the highest national honor for nursing excellence.
• A Leader in Patient Care– providing exceptional healthcare to our community with compassionate service.
• Top-Tier Benefits– comprehensive health plans, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more!
• Cutting-Edge Technology– work with the Epic EHR system and collaborate with experts across clinical, IT, and financial departments.
• A Culture of Collaboration– join a team committed to high-quality service and patient care.

What You’ll Do:

As aCoding Specialist, you'll be the crucial link between clinical, financial, and IT teams. Your expertise will help maintain the highest standards for charge capture across all clinical services, ensuring accurate and timely charge entry. You’ll provide invaluable support to various clinical departments, leading training, identifying issues, and delivering actionable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medical Coding:
  • Code inpatient, outpatient surgery, and observation visits accurately using ICD-9-CM and CPT coding systems.
• Training:
  • Assist in training new coding technicians, providing guidance and support where needed.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure coding meets regulatory requirements and health system standards.
• Guest Relations:
  • Promote and adhere to the Health System's guest relations policy, maintaining professionalism and respect in all interactions.

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Formalized education and training through an accredited coding program is mandatory.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of three years of inpatient coding experience required.

Certifications:

• Must possess one of the following certifications:
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of 3M Encoding and Grouping software.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements related to coding.

Why Join Us?At University Health, you’ll be part of an organization that isdedicated to excellence,innovation, andcollaboration. We believe in empowering our employees to succeed and grow—whether that’s advancing your career or enhancing your professional skills. Working at University Health means making a real difference in the lives of our patients and community.

University Health – Excellence in Patient Care, Excellence in Your Career.