Medical Coding Specialist — ICD-10/CPT Expert

Highmark Health; Mississippi; On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 4,738,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Records Coder to review medical information, assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes, and abstract data for statistics. The role supports hospital and health system needs and improves cash flow through accurate coding.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, coding courses in anatomy and terminology, and 1 year of hospital/physician coding experience with RHIT/RHIA/CCS-P/CPC/COC certifications as preferred.

Qualifications

• RHIT/RHIA/CCS-P/CPC/COC or CPC-A certification preferred.
• 1 year Hospital/Physician Coding experience required.
• Experience coding major surgeries, observations and/or E/Ms.
• Strong data entry and computer skills.
• HIPAA/privacy compliance knowledge encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Review medical information and assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes.
• Abstract data elements for statistical requests and enter into systems.
• Manage unbilled coding reports and cash flow implications.
• Stay updated on ICD-10-CM/CPT guidelines and coding clinics.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or required.

Skills

RHIT

RHIA

CCS-P

CPC

COC

CPC-A

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Records Coder to review medical information, assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes, and abstract data for statistics. The role supports hospital and health system needs and improves cash flow through accurate coding.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, coding courses in anatomy and terminology, and 1 year of hospital/physician coding experience with RHIT/RHIA/CCS-P/CPC/COC certifications as preferred.