Senior Medical Coder - ICD-10/CPT Expert & CDI Leader

LCMC Health; Center (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking a Senior Medical Coder to expertly assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes, determine MS-DRGs and APCs, and ensure accurate documentation across multiple specialties. You will partner with clinicians and CDI specialists, uphold patient privacy, and contribute to high-quality coding and reimbursement outcomes.

The role requires strong knowledge of coding guidelines, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex health records in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as an outpatient or inpatient hospital or clinic coder.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent or relevant work experience in medical coding.

Responsibilities

• Navigate patient health records to determine diagnosis and procedure codes, MS-DRGs and APCs.
• Validate charges by comparing charges with documentation.
• Communicate with clinical staff and physicians about documentation and coding needs.
• Identify concerns and notify leadership for resolution.
• Track missing documentation and queries to ensure timely coding.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with regulations and policies.
• Stay up-to-date with coding guidelines and reimbursement changes.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS

CPT coding

MS-DRG/APC assignment

HIPAA documentation

Education

Associate degree in HIM

AHIMA/CCHIIM credentials

AAPC CPC credential

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Medical coding software

Job description

LCMC Health is seeking a Senior Medical Coder to expertly assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes, determine MS-DRGs and APCs, and ensure accurate documentation across multiple specialties. You will partner with clinicians and CDI specialists, uphold patient privacy, and contribute to high-quality coding and reimbursement outcomes.

The role requires strong knowledge of coding guidelines, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex health records in a fast-paced hospital environment.