Senior Outpatient Coder & ICD-10/CPT Expert

Highmark Health; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 51.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled Medical Coder to perform thorough medical record review, abstract data, and assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes. This role helps manage unbilled coding reports and supports accurate cash flow within the health system.

The candidate should have strong knowledge of coding guidelines, training in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology, and the ability to mentor others. Certification such as CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC or COC is preferred.

Formación

• 5 years of Hospital and/or Physician Coding.
• 1 year of Coding - all specialties and service lines.
• Extensive knowledge in Trauma/Teaching/Observation guidelines.
• Completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC or COC certifications.

Responsabilidades

• Reviews and interprets medical information, physician treatment plans, course, and outcome to determine appropriate ICD-10 CM/CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests by the hospital, health system, medical staff, etc. and enters all coded/abstracted information into designated system.
• Ensures efficient management of medical information and cash flow as it pertains to the unbilled coding report.
• Keeps informed of the changes/updates in ICD-10 CM/CPT guidelines by attending appropriate training, reviewing coding clinics and other resources and implementing these updates in daily work.
• Acts as a mentor and subject matter expert to others.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Educación

High School/GED

Associate's Degree

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA)

Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCS-P)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)

Descripción del empleo

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled Medical Coder to perform thorough medical record review, abstract data, and assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes. This role helps manage unbilled coding reports and supports accurate cash flow within the health system.

The candidate should have strong knowledge of coding guidelines, training in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology, and the ability to mentor others. Certification such as CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC or COC is preferred.