Medical Records & Coding Specialist (CPC Preferred)

Indian Health Service; Winterhaven (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Indian Health Service 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 and verifying compliance with coding standards.

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and the ability to pass a federal background investigation. While there are no specific educational requirements, a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential is preferred. An outstanding compensation package is available for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in verifying medical documentation for coding accuracy.
• Knowledge of coding standards and privacy regulations.
• Ability to assist clinical staff with documentation deficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records for completeness.
• Evaluate documentation for accuracy and consistency.
• Assign ICD, CPT, HTC codes based on diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines.

Skills

Documentation verification

Coding standards compliance

Guidance on documentation requirements

Performance improvement activities

Tools

ICD Coding

CPT Coding

HCPCS Coding

Medical terminology

Job description

Join the Indian Health Service 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 and verifying compliance with coding standards.

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and the ability to pass a federal background investigation. While there are no specific educational requirements, a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential is preferred. An outstanding compensation package is available for this role.