Medical Coding Specialist ICD-10 & CPT Expert

Highmark Health; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled Medical Records Coder to perform thorough medical record reviews and assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes. You will abstract data elements for statistical requests and maintain accurate coding in the designated systems.

The role emphasizes improving cash flow by managing unbilled coding reports and staying current with ICD guideline updates. A solid coding background and HIPAA awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required and coding courses completed.
• 1 year hospital/physician coding experience required.
• Experience coding major surgeries and E/Ms.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM/CPT guidelines and updates.
• Strong data entry and computer skills; ability to work with health care team.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets medical information to assign ICD-10 CM/CPT codes.
• Abstracts data elements for statistical requests and enters data into systems.
• Manages unbilled coding reports to support cash flow.
• Keeps updated on ICD-10 CM/CPT guideline changes and applies them.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong data entry skills

Ability to work with health care team

Understanding of computer applications

Education

High School/GED

Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

1 year Hospital and/or Physician Coding

1 year coding at mid-level facilities or clinics

1 year coding major surgeries, observations and/or E/Ms

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Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA)

Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCS-P)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)

CPC-A Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled Medical Records Coder to perform thorough medical record reviews and assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes. You will abstract data elements for statistical requests and maintain accurate coding in the designated systems.

The role emphasizes improving cash flow by managing unbilled coding reports and staying current with ICD guideline updates. A solid coding background and HIPAA awareness are essential.