Outpatient Coding Specialist | ICD-10-CM/PCS & CPT Expert

Houston Methodist; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking an Outpatient Coder responsible for assigning accurate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and CPT codes for outpatient, emergency department, therapy and clinic encounters based on documentation in the EHR.

The position requires knowledge of coding guidelines, DRG/APC concepts, and the ability to query physicians to obtain clarification; it is non-exempt and requires proficiency in English and computer skills.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant outpatient coding experience or completion of Houston Methodist Coding Apprentice Program.
• Associate degree or higher in a HIM accredited program or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and CPT codes for outpatient, ER, therapy, and clinic encounters.
• Ensure coding accuracy based on documentation in the EHR and regulatory guidelines.
• Interact with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnoses and procedures via physician query process.
• Maintain coding quality and productivity standards as part of departmental expectations.
• Adhere to AHIMA and other official coding guidelines and standards.
• Collaborate with the coding team and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate data.

Skills

Coding knowledge

English proficiency

Communication

Coding guidelines

EMR knowledge

Medical terminology

Encoder proficiency

Office software

Education

Associate degree or higher in HIM

Two years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Electronic encoder

Coding software

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking an Outpatient Coder responsible for assigning accurate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and CPT codes for outpatient, emergency department, therapy and clinic encounters based on documentation in the EHR.

The position requires knowledge of coding guidelines, DRG/APC concepts, and the ability to query physicians to obtain clarification; it is non-exempt and requires proficiency in English and computer skills.