The US Oncology Network is seeking a Senior Coding Specialist to join Texas Oncology. This full-time hybrid remote role supports the Central Business Office in Richardson, Texas, and requires the candidate to live in the state of Texas. The position is Monday through Friday and supports high-quality, evidence-based cancer care.
Under direct supervision, this role performs medical record coding activities, assigns diagnostic and procedure codes, and supports compliance with organizational coding and reimbursement standards.
Responsibilities
- Abstract relevant clinical and demographic information from medical records to assign ICD-9 and CPT-4 codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
- Identify principal and secondary diagnoses with minimal error based on national standards.
- Code with 97% accuracy based on internal QA reviews.
- Record diagnostic procedures and assign appropriate procedure codes.
- Request diagnosis clarification from physicians when information is missing.
- Determine and record required medical information.
- Update coding procedures and guidelines.
- Coordinate medical information and patient charts with medical assistants and other staff.
- Maintain confidentiality of all medical information contained in each record.
Requirements & Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a course in medical record technology.
- Minimum of 1 year of medical coding experience required; 3 years preferred.
- Applicable certification preferred.
- Knowledge of medical records coding procedures and ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding systems highly desirable.
Senior-Level Qualifications
- Completion of a course in Medical Terminology.
- Minimum of 5 years of medical coding experience.
- Prior oncology experience preferred.
- RHIT certification preferred.
Location
Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 weeks ago