Medical Coding Specialist - ASC Cardiology Coder

MedHQ - formerly Trajectory Revenue Cycle Services; Wichita (KS); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer sponsored Major Medical

Employer sponsored Dental

Employer sponsored Vision

Accidental Death and Disability insurance

Short-term disability

4.5% 401K matching

Flexible spending account

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare consulting firm is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist for outpatient cardiology procedures. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, coding certifications, and 2-3 years of relevant experience. This remote position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• CPC, COC, or CCS-P certification required.
• 2–3 years of outpatient coding experience, particularly in cardiology.

Responsibilities

• Review and code outpatient cardiology procedures accurately.
• Resolve coding issues and educate clinical staff on documentation improvement.
• Maintain knowledge of coding guidelines and participate in continuing education.

Skills

CPT coding

ICD-10-CM coding

HCPCS coding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

EMR/EHR systems proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Health Information Management

CPC, COC, or CCS-P certification

Specialty cardiology coding certification

Tools

Coding software

Job description

Medical Coding Specialist - ASC Cardiology Coder

Company
MedHQ, LLC is a fast‑growing provider of consulting and technology‑enabled expert services for outpatient healthcare. With a 97% client retention rate spanning over 20 years, MedHQ serves Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), surgical hospitals, physician practices, and hospital outpatient facilities nationwide.

Position Summary

The ASC Cardiology Coder accurately reviews, interprets, and codes outpatient cardiology and cardiovascular procedures performed in an ASC setting. The role optimizes reimbursement, maintains regulatory compliance, and supports the revenue cycle for the ASC’s cardiovascular services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign CPT, ICD‑10‑CM, and HCPCS codes for outpatient cardiology procedures, validate code selection against operative reports and physician documentation, and apply modifiers accurately.
• Ensure coding practices align with CMS guidelines, NCCI edits, payer policies, ASC billing rules, and conduct documentation gap reviews.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to resolve coding issues, educate clinical staff on documentation improvement, and support the billing department with claims‑related coding queries and appeals.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of cardiovascular coding guidelines, participate in continuing education, and attend required training to retain certification(s).

Qualifications

• Education & Certification High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in Health Information Management preferred. CPC, COC, or CCS‑P certification required; specialty cardiology coding certification preferred.
• Experience 2–3 years of outpatient coding experience, with at least 1 year focused on cardiology or cardiovascular procedures, familiarity with ASC billing rules and payer guidelines.
• Skills & Competencies Proficient in CPT, ICD‑10‑CM, and HCPCS coding systems; strong attention to detail; ability to interpret complex operative reports; excellent communication skills; proficient with EMR/EHR systems and coding software.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored Major Medical
• Employer sponsored Dental
• Employer sponsored Vision
• Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Short‑term disability
• 4.5% 401K matching
• Flexible spending account
• Generous paid time off

This is a remote position.

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