Physican Coding Specialist I - Remote

Trinity Health; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physician Coding Specialist I to assign and analyze coding for patient health information. This fully remote role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings with employer match

Generous paid time off programs

Tuition and professional development reimbursement

Employee Referral Rewards program

Qualifications

• Maintain knowledge of procedure and diagnostic coding.
• Query physicians when code assignments are unclear.

Responsibilities

• Assign appropriate E/M and diagnostic codes to patient health information.
• Monitor and investigate records that are not coded or billed.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification: CPC, CPC-A, CCA, or CCS

Job description

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:

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

What You Will Do:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification: CPC, CPC-A, CCA, or CCS required.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings with employer match from day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance (where applicable).
• Discounted tuition at Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Access to DailyPay for daily earnings transfer.
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Ministry/Facility Information:

Mount Carmel, part of Trinity Health, has been a healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years, serving over 1.3 million patients annually across various facilities and outreach programs. The Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers extensive nursing programs. If you seek a rewarding career aligned with purpose and passion, consider joining us. Care is provided by all of us, For All of You!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

As part of Trinity Health, a large not-for-profit Catholic healthcare system, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring accessible and equitable care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected status.