Medical Coding Specialist - Hospital Revenue Integrity

Northside Hospital Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. in Atlanta is looking for a coding professional to ensure compliance with coding regulations and accurately document procedures. The ideal candidate should have a coding credential and at least two years of coding experience in a hospital or physician practice. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. The role requires independent work and participation in audits for coding accuracy. Working hours are from 7 AM to 4 PM.

Qualifications

• Must have a coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CPC, CCS, RN).
• Minimum of 2 years hospital and/or physician practice coding experience or completion of the one-year Revenue Integrity Internship Program.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coding procedures and entering charges per regulations.
• Coordinate with Practice Coordinator and Revenue Integrity to ensure documentation supports procedure codes.
• Participates in audits to evaluate accuracy of selected codes and develops methodologies for improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. degree in Nursing, Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northside Hospital Inc. in Atlanta is looking for a coding professional to ensure compliance with coding regulations and accurately document procedures. The ideal candidate should have a coding credential and at least two years of coding experience in a hospital or physician practice. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. The role requires independent work and participation in audits for coding accuracy. Working hours are from 7 AM to 4 PM.