Medical Coder

• Reviews encounter in a timely manner and resolves all coding-related edits
• Reviews medical records and accurately assigns and sequences CPT, ICD-10CM, and HCPCS codes/modifiers, ensuring compliance with all applicable guidelines
• Generates physician queries following established procedures
• Provides feedback and education as required
• Confirms that all applicable USHV and Coding Guidelines are followed while coding and resolving edits
• Performs charge entry of professional services, including but not limited to non-invasive tests and hospital or office-based visits
• Abstracts information needed for billing
• Performs charge reconciliation via logs, visit schedules, and other reports when applicable to the department
• Meets the required coding quality and productivity expectations per department policy and procedures
• Completes all education assigned by USHV leadership and compliance
• Maintains required continued education hours relevant to professional credentials
• Stays current with all federal, state, coding, and departmental guidelines and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 3 years of related experience required
• Knowledge of ICD-10CM and CPT coding conventions
• Analytical skills, ability to interpret data and maintain spreadsheets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and expert knowledge of multiple EMR platforms
• One or more of the following credentials are required within 12 months of employment:
  Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certified Cardiology Coder (CCC)

Demonstrates expertise in ICD-10CM and CPT coding conventions, ensuring compliance with USHV and Coding Guidelines while maintaining high coding quality and productivity. Proficient in charge entry, reconciliation, and generating physician queries, with a strong focus on education and adherence to federal and state regulations.