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Medical Records Technician (Coder)

Indian Health Service

Join the Indian Health Service and make a meaningful impact in Native communities. In this role, you will support vital healthcare operations that ensure patients receive timely, high-quality care.

Duties

  • Review medical records for completeness, including required identifiers, signatures, dates, and reports associated with services rendered.
  • Evaluate documentation for accuracy, consistency, medical necessity, and appropriate modifier usage; verify that final diagnoses accurately reflect care provided.
  • Review provider documentation to ensure appropriate Evaluation and Management (E/M) levels and correct CPT code assignment.
  • Assign and sequence ICD, CPT, HCPCS, CDT, and DSM codes based on documented diagnoses and procedures.
  • Ensure diagnostic and procedural terminology aligns with current medical nomenclature and official coding guidelines.
Requirements & Qualifications

Conditions of employment

  • Selectee may be subject to a probationary period.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
  • Must complete a federal background investigation.
  • Financial suitability review required.
  • Must present two valid forms of identification prior to appointment; if using a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.
  • May be required to comply with IHS employee immunization policy.
  • This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630.

Qualifications

  • GS-07: At least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06.
  • Experience should include verifying documentation supporting diagnoses, treatments, procedures, and services rendered while maintaining compliance with coding standards and privacy regulations.
  • Experience initiating and monitoring documentation clarification requests.
  • Experience assisting providers and clinical staff with coding guidance and documentation requirements.
  • Experience participating in coding reviews, compliance audits, and performance improvement activities.
  • Experience analyzing coding trends, denial patterns, and documentation issues.
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) preferred.
  • No education requirements.
Benefits & Perks

Federal employee benefits package available, including access to government benefits for you and your family. The posting also references an outstanding total compensation package and pay information through IHS.

Location

South Dakota, US

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Associate

Remote work allowed

No

Posted

1 month ago

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