Physician Coding Analyst

University of Mississippi Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Physician Coding Analyst to review outpatient records and assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to ensure compliant documentation and accurate reimbursement.

You will collaborate with providers and billing teams, stay updated on coding changes, and use EHR systems and coding software to support precise clinical coding across the department.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electronic coding systems and accuracy in selecting ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes.
• Understanding of outpatient services and procedures and payer requirements.
• High attention to detail to ensure compliant coding and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient medical records to assign ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and regulatory and payer compliance.
• Collaborate with billing teams to submit claims and resolve denials.
• Clarify documentation with providers to ensure proper codes.
• Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
• Communicate effectively with hospital staff via phone and email.

Skills

ICD-10 CPT HCPCS knowledge

Code accuracy

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

EHR systems proficiency

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate’s degree in health information management or medical coding

RHIT

RHIA

CCA

CCS

CCS-P

CPC

CPC-A

AAPC physician certification

Tools

Coding software

Job description

Job Requisition ID:

R00050975

Job Category:

Clerical and Customer Service

Organization:

Rev Cycle - HIM PB Coding

Location/s:

Central Billing Office-Clinton

Job Title:

Physician Coding Analyst

Job Summary:

Medical Coder-Professional is responsible for reviewing and coding medical records and documentation for healthcare services rendered. This role ensures that all diagnoses, procedures, and services provided are accurately coded using standardized coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS). The coder will ensure compliance with insurance requirements, governmental regulations, and industry standards to facilitate correct reimbursement and support the accurate billing process.

Education & Experience

Education and Experience Required:

High school diploma/GED

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:

N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in health information management or medical coding and experience in medical coding or healthcare billing.

One of the following medical coding certifications from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) is preferred post-hire within one (1) year:

• Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Certified Coding Specialist- Physician-Based (CCS-P)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A)
• Physician specialty certification from AAPC

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of electronic coding systems. Proficiency in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems; strong knowledge of outpatient healthcare services and procedures. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing medical records and assigning correct codes.

Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals, insurance providers, and internal departments. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software.

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 any coding-related denials.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure proper code assignment.
• Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
• Demonstrative effective communication and response using systems available to both the Hospital Coder and management through telephone and email communication.
• Demonstrate effective use of required software.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

Environmental and Physical Demands:

Requires no exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, no handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional working hours beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, frequent activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced is subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds, no lifting/carrying up to100 pounds, no lifting/carrying 100 pounds or more, occasional climbing, no crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, no kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, frequent sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and frequent walking. (Occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:

Full time

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:

No

Pay Class:

Hourly

FTE %:

100

Work Shift:

Day

Grant Funded:

No

Job Posting Date:

06/5/2026