Senior Medical Coding Specialist: ICD & Trauma

Highmark Health; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a hospital coder responsible for reviewing medical records, assigning ICD codes, and abstracting data for reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and timely data entry within a hospital setting.

You will stay current with ICD guidelines, collaborate with healthcare team members, and participate in process improvements to reduce unbilled accounts and improve overall coding quality.

Qualifications

• High School/GED.
• 5 years in Hospital Coding.
• 1 year in Trauma hospital coding.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) OR Certified In-patient Professional Coder (CIC).
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Strong data entry skills.
• An understanding of computer applications.
• Ability to work with members of the health care team.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets medical information to determine ICD codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstracts data elements for statistical requests and enters data into the designated system.
• Manages unbilled coding reports to support cash flow.
• Keeps abreast of ICD guideline changes and implements updates.
• Mentors others and serves as a subject matter expert.
• Participates in process improvement with coding team and management.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Medical terminology

Data entry

Team collaboration

Education

CCS

CIC

Associate's degree in Health Information Management or Related Field

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a hospital coder responsible for reviewing medical records, assigning ICD codes, and abstracting data for reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and timely data entry within a hospital setting.

You will stay current with ICD guidelines, collaborate with healthcare team members, and participate in process improvements to reduce unbilled accounts and improve overall coding quality.