The Corporate Coding Specialist supports accurate, compliant, and timely coding practices across the organization’s behavioral health programs and facilities. The role reviews clinical documentation and medical records, assigns diagnosis and procedure codes, identifies documentation gaps, and helps improve coding quality and reimbursement accuracy.
The position works closely with clinical, billing, revenue cycle, utilization management, and health information management teams to maintain consistent coding standards and support audits, quality reviews, compliance efforts, and coding education.
Behavioral health coding responsibilities include reviewing documentation for psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, medication management, treatment programs, and substance use disorder services, while ensuring codes align with documentation, payer requirements, and applicable coding guidelines.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Preferred education:
- Associate degree or formal education in Health Information Management, Medical Coding, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Preferred credentials:
- CPC, CCS, CCA, or equivalent coding certification
Experience and knowledge:
- Minimum of 2 years of professional medical coding experience preferred
- Behavioral health coding experience strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, clinical documentation, and healthcare reimbursement processes
- Experience with electronic medical records, coding systems, and Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer requirements preferred
- Experience supporting coding audits, quality assurance, Revenue Cycle, HIM, Compliance, or CDI teams preferred
Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive health information
Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), dental, and vision
Generous PTO and paid holidays
401(k) with company contribution
Life and disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000
Student loan forgiveness programs
Location
N/A
Employment Type
Not specified
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago