The purpose of this position is to review medical records documentation to select and sequence the appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, verify the correct CPT-4/HCPCS procedure codes are attached and to capture charges for laboratory, radiology, supplies and medical procedures within Emergency Facilities, Inpatient, Observation and Ancillary services.
Basic qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED. Coding certifications such as CPC, CPC-H, CIC, COS, CCS or RHIA/RHIT with 3+ years of experience are required. Candidates must have 3+ years coding experience with ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, and CPT codes and knowledge of HIPAA guidelines.
Essential job functions:
- Review clinical documentation and diagnostic results to apply ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 including IV infusion and injection codes
- Apply HCPCS and facility level Evaluation & Management codes for billing
- Abstract and code diagnoses and procedures from health records using appropriate classification systems
Additional duties include attending staff meetings and working off hours or overtime as needed.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and patient accounting systems (Stockell InsightCS, EPIC Community Connect, Cerner, PICIS EMR) is preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Coding certification (CPC, CPC-H, CIC, COS, CCS, or RHIA/RHIT with 3+ years experience) required
- 3+ years coding experience with ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, CPT codes required
- Experience with emergency or hospital ancillary service coding preferred
- Knowledge of pathophysiology, anatomy, medical terminology, coding systems preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiarity with patient accounting systems preferred
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations required
- Fluency in English, written and oral
Location
Houston, Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago