The Certified Coding Specialist I is responsible for accurately reviewing and interpreting patient medical record documentation to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes in accordance with Medicare/Medicaid rules and coding guidelines.
This role primarily codes evaluation and management records and also supports outpatient ancillary, clinic, specialty clinic, surgical, and emergency department coding as needed. The position communicates with physicians and other providers regarding documentation requirements and collaborates with multiple departments to support accurate and timely coding.
The role requires maintaining current knowledge of coding, documentation changes, rules, and guidelines.
Education and experience
- High school diploma
- CCS or CPC required
- RHIA or RHIT preferred
- 1 year of current and continuous full-time ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 evaluation and management coding experience preferred
Knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and disease processes
- Knowledge of health insurance processing
- Ability to work independently and productively with minimal guidance and supervision
- Strong attention to detail, organization, flexibility, and communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate coding and critical thinking skills using current policies and procedures
- Proficiency with electronic medical record applications, automated encoders, and other software applications
Location
Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago