Responsible for reviewing and coding outpatient medical records and documentation for healthcare services rendered. Assigns accurate diagnosis, procedure, and service codes using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS to support reimbursement, billing accuracy, and compliance with payer, governmental, and industry requirements.
Responsibilities
- Review outpatient medical records and assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
- Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with regulations, payer policies, and guidelines.
- Work with billing teams to prepare and submit claims and resolve coding-related denials.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure proper code assignment.
- Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
- Communicate effectively with hospital staff and management by telephone and email.
- Use required software effectively.
Requirements & Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1 year of medical coding experience.
- One of the following AHIMA or AAPC certifications:
- RHIT
- RHIA
- COC
- CIC
- CCA
- CCS or CCS-A
- CCS-P
- CPC or CPC-A
- Any physician specialty certification from AAPC
- Proficiency with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
- Strong knowledge of outpatient healthcare services and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with EHR systems and coding software.
Preferred
- Prior experience in trauma, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, wound care, urology, or plastic surgery specialties.
Location
Mississippi, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 weeks ago
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