Medical Coding Specialist

Overview

At Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference. Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Free Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
• 401k plan with company contribution
• Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
• Free Parking
• Career Growth and Development
• Supportive Team and Resources

$24.50 - $28.00 per hour

Applicant must be located in or relocating to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

• Performs all medical record coding activities under direct supervision.
• Assigns appropriate diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports.
• Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
• Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign ICD-9 and CPT-4 codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Identifies principal and secondary diagnosis with minimal error based on national standards.
• Codes with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews.
• Records all diagnostic procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes.
• Requests diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded.
• Determines and records the required medical information.
• Updates coding procedures and guidelines.
• Works with medical assistants and other staff in coordinating medical information and patient charts.
• Maintains confidentiality of the medical information contained in each record.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a course in medical record technology.
• Minimum three years of coding medical experience.
• Medical coding certification (Certified Professional Coder CPC, CHONC, etc.).
• Knowledge of medical records coding procedures and ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding systems (preferred).

The employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.

Work is performed in an office environment.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.