Medical Records Coder: ICD-10/CPT Specialist (Onsite)

Palms Behavioral Health; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, TX seeks a Medical Records Specialist to assign ICD-10-PCS/CPT codes, abstract records for reporting and billing purposes, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role requires analyzing records, requesting missing diagnoses, and maintaining confidentiality.

The candidate should have 2+ years in medical billing/coding and hold CCS or RHIT certification, with an on-site work location at the Palms facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two or more years of medical billing/collections/coding experience.
• Working knowledge of coding principles for inpatient and outpatient coding.
• Certification such as CCS or RHIT is required.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Read and analyze patient records to extract precise information.
• Request diagnoses from physicians when information is incomplete.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information per policy.
• Identify and report chart/billing discrepancies and help implement workflow improvements.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate or Associate’s Degree in medical coding or related field

Tools

CCS

RHIT

Job description

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, TX seeks a Medical Records Specialist to assign ICD-10-PCS/CPT codes, abstract records for reporting and billing purposes, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role requires analyzing records, requesting missing diagnoses, and maintaining confidentiality.

The candidate should have 2+ years in medical billing/coding and hold CCS or RHIT certification, with an on-site work location at the Palms facility.