Under direct supervision, this full-time Coding Specialist performs medical record coding activities for an oncology clinic in Wichita, KS. The role involves assigning diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports, abstracting clinical and demographic information, reviewing charges, supporting audit requests, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and company policies.

Responsibilities include:

Abstract clinical and demographic data from medical records to assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes according to coding and reimbursement guidelines
Identify principal and secondary diagnoses with minimal error
Review, edit, and complete charges in the practice management system
Review physician and hospital charges, create charge tickets, and enter charges
Review and enter lab charges as needed
Respond to audit requests from insurance companies
Retrieve medical records and attach them to the patient EMR
Update coding procedures and guidelines
Maintain confidentiality of patient and company information
Follow all company, network, and HIPAA policies and procedures

Requirements & Qualifications

Qualifications and requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum CPC-A certification required
Minimum of one year of coding experience preferred
Strong knowledge of medical records, coding procedures, and ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
Ability to work on-site during regular business hours
No supervisory responsibilities

Benefits & Perks

Medical health care
Dental care
Vision plan
401(k) with matching contribution
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
FSA and HSA
Legal insurance
Competitive paid time off
Wellness and perks programs