Medical Coding Specialist | ICD-10 & CPT Expert

Crescent Community Health Center; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Community Health Center is seeking a Coding Specialist to accurately code medical records and ensure compliance with coding guidelines. The role supports the revenue cycle and requires attention to detail and strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS within an Epic/OCHIN environment.

Ideal candidates have a background in medical coding and excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical coding certification (CPC/ CCS/ RHIT or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and assign codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with guidelines, regulations, and policies.
• Collaborate with providers to clarify documentation and coding discrepancies.
• Utilize Epic/OCHIN or other EHR systems to input and retrieve patient data.
• Participate in coding audits and provide feedback to improve practices.
• Stay updated with changes in coding standards and regulations.
• Assist in training and mentoring new coding staff as needed.
• Support billing in resolving coding-related issues and denials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Medical coding

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

EHR proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical coding certificate or CPC, CCS, RHIT, or equivalent credential

Tools

Epic

OCHIN

Job description

Crescent Community Health Center is seeking a Coding Specialist to accurately code medical records and ensure compliance with coding guidelines. The role supports the revenue cycle and requires attention to detail and strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS within an Epic/OCHIN environment.

Ideal candidates have a background in medical coding and excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.