Medical Coder
Trinitas Human Capital Solutions
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Texas • United States
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About the role
- Assign appropriate diagnosis codes (ICD-10-CM) and procedure codes (CPT/HCPCS) to medical records and encounters.
- Review and analyze clinical documentation to ensure accurate code assignment and appropriate documentation specificity.
- Stay current with coding guidelines and regulations to ensure compliance with healthcare coding standards.
- Implement coding changes based on updates and revisions to coding systems.
- Conduct periodic coding audits to identify coding errors or discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Participate in quality assurance programs to maintain accurate and consistent coding practices.
- Work closely with healthcare providers, billing specialists, and other healthcare professionals to resolve coding-related issues and discrepancies.
- Communicate coding updates and changes to the healthcare team effectively.
- Accurately enter coded data into electronic health records (EHR) and billing systems.
- Generate coding-related reports and statistics to support decision-making and revenue cycle management.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field is preferred.
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or similar coding certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding in a healthcare setting.
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS coding systems, and medical terminology.
- Familiarity with coding software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in coding assignments.
- Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement and billing processes.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to confidentiality and adherence to ethical coding practices.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Basic and supplemental life insurances and AD&D
- Disability benefits
- 401(k) plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
ICD-10-CMCPTHCPCSmedical codingclinical documentation analysiscoding auditscoding guidelinescoding changes implementationdata entryrevenue cycle management
Soft Skills
attention to detailanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsindependenceefficiencycommitment to confidentialityethical coding practices
Certifications
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)Associate's degree in Health Information Management