Senior ICD Coding Specialist & Data Mentor

Allegheny Health Network; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled hospital coder to perform thorough medical record review, abstract data, and assign accurate ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures. You will help reduce unbilled accounts receivable and maintain 92–95% quality.

Responsibilities include interpreting medical information, entering data into the designated system, and staying updated on ICD guideline changes. Mentorship and process-improvement duties are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• 5 years in hospital coding experience required.
• 1 year in trauma hospital coding preferred.
• CCS or CIC certification required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Ability to work with members of the health care team.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret medical information to determine ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures. (60%)
• Abstract data elements for statistical requests and enter into designated system. (15%)
• Ensure efficient management of medical information and cash flow related to unbilled coding reports. (5%)
• Stay up to date with ICD guideline changes by attending training and reviewing resources. (5%)
• Act as a mentor and subject matter expert to others. (5%)
• Engage in process improvement with coding team and management. (5%)
• Perform other duties as assigned or required. (5%)

Skills

Strong data entry

Familiarity with medical terminology

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED

5 years in Hospital Coding

1 year in Trauma hospital coding

CCS certification

CIC certification

Associate's degree in Health Information Management or Related Field

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled hospital coder to perform thorough medical record review, abstract data, and assign accurate ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures. You will help reduce unbilled accounts receivable and maintain 92–95% quality.

Responsibilities include interpreting medical information, entering data into the designated system, and staying updated on ICD guideline changes. Mentorship and process-improvement duties are also part of the role.