Outpatient Medical Coder — ICD-10/CPT Specialist

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Medical Coder-Outpatient to review and code outpatient records using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS. The coder ensures accurate documentation and compliance to support proper reimbursement.

The role involves collaboration with providers and billing teams, staying current on coding changes, and using coding software in an on-site, day-shift setting at UMMC Medical Tower.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year medical coding experience.
• RHIT, RHIA, or CPC/CCS certifications listed in the job posting.
• Proficiency in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient medical records to assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with regulations, payer policies, and guidelines.
• Work with billing teams to prepare and submit claims, resolving coding-related denials.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure proper code assignment.
• Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
• Demonstrate effective communication via telephone and email with hospital staff and management.
• Demonstrate effective use of required software.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be exclusive.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

EHR proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in health information management

Tools

Coding software

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Medical Coder-Outpatient to review and code outpatient records using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS. The coder ensures accurate documentation and compliance to support proper reimbursement.

The role involves collaboration with providers and billing teams, staying current on coding changes, and using coding software in an on-site, day-shift setting at UMMC Medical Tower.