PB Coder Associate

BBSS Beyond Blue; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BBSS Beyond Blue seeks a PB Coder Associate to learn and perform basic professional billing coding under supervision. You will apply medical terminology and coding guidelines to assign codes for outpatient and physician services while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role emphasizes training, mentoring, and supervised practice; ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 0–2 years of healthcare coding experience, with preferred RHIA/RHIT/CPC credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with coursework in medical terminology and anatomy.
• 0–2 years of healthcare or coding experience (externships accepted).
• Professional certifications (RHIA/RHIT/CPC etc.) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assign basic CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes for PB services.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Learn coding policies, payer requirements, and compliance guidelines.
• Assist in preparing coding queries for providers.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Participate in training, audits, and feedback sessions.
• Escalate complex cases to senior coders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical coding

HIPAA compliance

Terminology knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Anatomy/Medical Terminology coursework

RHIA/RHIT/CPC/CPC-A/CCA/CCS-P certification

Job description

Beyond Blue Job Posting Title: PB Coder Associate Requisition Number: R-000002746 Department Name: Supervisor, PB Coding Work Location: Remote-KY Grade Level: 2 Type of Position: Regular Position Time Status: Full time Equivalency Link https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Shift: Days (United States of America) Job Description: Job Summary Responsible for learning and performing basic professional billing coding functions under close supervision. Applies knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines to assign codes for outpatient and physician services. Ensures accuracy and compliance with organizational policies, payer requirements, and regulatory standards. Develops foundational coding skills through training, mentoring, and supervised practice.

Essential Functions

• Assigns basic CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 to PB service with low-level of complexity.
• Maintains consistent achievement of departmental productivity and quality standards.
• Reviews medical documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Learns organizational coding policies, payer requirements, and compliance guidelines.
• Assists in preparing coding queries for providers when clarification is needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and adheres to HIPAA.
• Participates in coding training, audits, and feedback sessions to build competency.
• Escalates complex cases to senior coders or coding leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement:

High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in medical terminology and anatomy required

Experience Requirement:

0–2 years of healthcare or coding experience (externship, internship, or training program acceptable). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures:

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) or equivalent required.

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs:1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• E. Sitting at the computer workstation for extended periods:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet:1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces:1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises:1. NeverM. Temperature extremes:1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• O. Radiation:1. Never
• P. Burns:1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people:1. Never
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses):1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it’s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.