Medical Records & Coding Specialist (CPC Preferred)

Indian Health Service; Hays District (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Indian Health Service in Hays District, Montana, as a Medical Records Technician where you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate medical documentation and coding. Your responsibilities will include reviewing medical records for completeness, assigning appropriate codes, and assisting clinical staff with documentation requirements.

This position, requiring proficiency in medical coding and compliance, offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in Native communities. Strong communication skills and a Certified Professional Coder credential are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with coding documentation and compliance standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clinical staff.
• Experience in coding audits and performance improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records for completeness and accuracy.
• Evaluate documentation for coding accuracy and necessity.
• Assign and sequence medical codes based on diagnoses and procedures.
• Guide providers on documentation and coding guidelines.

Skills

Medical coding

Documentation review

Compliance with coding standards

Communication with providers

Education

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Job description

Join the Indian Health Service in Hays District, Montana, as a Medical Records Technician where you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate medical documentation and coding. Your responsibilities will include reviewing medical records for completeness, assigning appropriate codes, and assisting clinical staff with documentation requirements.

This position, requiring proficiency in medical coding and compliance, offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in Native communities. Strong communication skills and a Certified Professional Coder credential are preferred.