Certified Medical Coder

• Review all medical record information to extract data and apply appropriate diagnoses and procedure codes for billing
• Accurately code conditions and procedures as documented in the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
• Act as a coding resource for team members and medical staff
• Assign codes utilizing an electronic encoder application according to practice policy and regulatory guidelines
• Perform coding audits and provide rebuttal letters if needed
• Collaborate with Revenue Integrity & Compliance on audits and coding questions
• Maintain confidentiality of the medical record and reports

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree preferred
• RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CPC, CPC-H, CPC-A or CCA certification
• Minimum of 1 year experience coding
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT coding, medical terminology, and insurance billing
• Understanding of DRG’s for Inpatient Facility coding positions desired
• Training and/or experience in Medical Terminology Anatomy and Physiology classes
• Experience with EPIC EHR desired
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills.

Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including ICD-10 and CPT coding, while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. Proficient in utilizing electronic encoder applications and maintaining confidentiality of medical records.

• ICD-10 Coding
• CPT Coding
• RHIT Certification
• EPIC EHR Experience
• Medical Terminology

• Medical Coding
• Procedure Coding
• Data Extraction
• Coding Audits
• Insurance Billing

• Interpersonal Communication
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Customer Service

• RHIT
• CCS
• RHIA
• CPC
• CPC-H
• CPC-A
• CCA

• Medical Record
• Revenue Integrity
• Compliance
• DRG
• Anatomy
• Physiology

• Electronic Encoder Application