Responsible for accurately assigning and sequencing ICD-10-CM diagnosis, CPT procedural codes, and HCPCS codes for professional inpatient and outpatient records in support of reimbursement and data collection.
This role focuses on professional coding queues and requires strong knowledge of evaluation and management (E/M) leveling, including medical decision making (MDM) and time-based coding. The position involves reviewing patient records, identifying documentation discrepancies, applying appropriate codes, querying clinicians when clarification is needed, and ensuring coding accuracy and timeliness.
The role also includes quality review of scanned documents, collaboration with clinical and revenue cycle teams, participation in meetings and training, and support of department goals and compliance standards.
Three years of ProFee coding experience with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS required.
Required certification: one of the following:
- RHIT
- RHIA
- CPC / CPC-H
- CCS / CCS-P
- CIRCC
Must have experience using an encoder such as 3M or TruCode. Must be able to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and Microsoft Office applications. Must be able to search CMS and payer resources online for coding requirements and medical necessity guidelines. Must have strong English reading, writing, and speaking skills. Preferred education:
- Graduate of a coding certificate program
- Associate or bachelor's degree in health information technology or another allied health field
- Courses in physiology and pharmacology preferred
Additional expectations:
- Meet department quality and productivity standards within 90 days
- Ability to maintain coding turnaround expectations
- Experience with oncology, radiation, or OB/GYN coding preferred
- Epic experience is a plus
Competitive wages
- Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
- Housing programs
- Childcare reimbursement
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Tuition assistance
- Student loan repayment
- Specialty certification reimbursement
- Annual supplemental educational funds
- Up to five weeks of paid time off in the first year
- 403(b) retirement plan with immediate matching
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Annual wellbeing reimbursement up to $1,000
- Recreation discounts
- Pet insurance
Location
N/A
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago