St. Joseph Medical Center is seeking a Medical Records Coding Coordinator, also referred to as a Medical Coding Coordinator, Medical Coder, or Health Information Coding Coordinator. This role is responsible for reviewing and analyzing medical records and assigning accurate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes in accordance with regulatory and hospital guidelines.
The position ensures coded and abstracted information is entered accurately into the electronic health information system to support revenue cycle operations, internal reporting, and required regulatory reporting. The coordinator also works with hospital departments, corporate teams, and external coding vendors to resolve documentation and workflow issues and help maintain a low Discharged Not Final Billed (DNFB) rate.
This is a full-time day shift role, Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays. The position is based at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification or license required
- Minimum 3 years of experience coding and abstracting in an acute care setting preferred
- Basic computer experience required
- Experience using encoder software for code assignment in an acute care setting preferred
- Computer data entry skills with 10-key preferred
- Accurate typing speed of 35 words per minute preferred
- Completion of college-level coursework in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS coding required
- Successful completion of ICD-10 training required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with hospital departments and onsite or remote coding teams
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options
- Employer 401(k) options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Additional employee benefits
Location
Kansas City, Missouri, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago