Physican Coding Specialist I - Remote

Lensa; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Physician Coding Specialist I to assign codes for patient health information, ensuring compliance with coding regulations. This full-time remote position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. Join a team committed to making a difference in patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one

Retirement savings account with employer match

Generous paid time off programs

Tuition/professional development reimbursement

Employee Referral Rewards program

DailyPay — access to earnings before payday

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPC/CPC-A/CCA/CCS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assign appropriate E/M and diagnostic codes to patient health information.
• Maintain knowledge of coding for professional services and regulations.
• Query physicians when code assignments are unclear.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPC/CPC-A/CCA/CCS certification

Job description

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Employment Type
Full time

Shift

Description:

At Mount Carmel, we provide our colleagues with the support and learning opportunities they need to truly grow and thrive. This commitment to professional excellence is just one way in which we’re empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

Position Purpose

• Physician Coding Specialist I will assign the appropriate Evaluation & Management (E/M) and diagnostic (CPT E/M and ICD) codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing for the Mount Carmel Medical Group (MCMG). The coding specialist will abstract pertinent data and resolve edits within specified time frames.
• Specialty: Medical Group
• Location: Fully Remote
• Hours of office: Monday through Friday Flex 5:30am – 6:30pm EST

What You Will Do

• Analyze, interpret, and assimilate information from various sources based on technical and experience-based knowledge.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of procedure and diagnostic coding for professional services and Medicare, Medicaid, and other 3rd party payer coding and billing regulations.
• Query physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
• Keep abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements; bring concerns to manager.
• Monitor, investigate, and take appropriate action for records that are not coded, billed, or rejected.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPC/CPC-A/CCA/CCS certification required.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay — see your earnings daily and transfer your money anytime before payday.
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mount Carmel, part of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Serving over 1.3 million patients annually across multiple facilities, including hospitals, outpatient centers, and physician offices. The Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers extensive nursing programs. Join us if you seek a rewarding career where purpose, passion, and making a difference come alive. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health, one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems, values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our colleagues' diverse backgrounds and experiences help us provide accessible, equitable care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

With 115,000 colleagues and 26,000 physicians across 25 states, Trinity Health recognizes the importance of understanding cultural beliefs and health practices. Our commitment includes training, recruitment, retention, community partnerships, and supplier diversity to foster an inclusive environment.