Coder | Centralized Billing & Coding | UMC Physicians

Join UMC Physicians: Where Employee Satisfaction Soars at 96%UMC Physicians is seeking an experienced full-time Family/Internal Medicine Professional Coder to join our team of multi-specialty coders. Under general supervision, the coder reviews and analyzes provider documentation to ensure final diagnoses and procedures are complete, valid, and accurately documented. The Coder assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes for clinic and hospital professional services, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, payer guidelines, and organizational policies.This role is responsible for accurate coding and timely claim submission to support appropriate reimbursement while maintaining the highest standards of coding quality, compliance, and integrity. The coder collaborates with providers, clinic staff, coworkers, and revenue cycle teams to promote complete documentation, resolve coding and billing issues, and support accurate and timely insurance claim processing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, committed to continuous learning, and dedicated to delivering exceptional service to the providers and clinics we support.Availability Requirements:Ability to work 40 hours per week8AM-5PM Monday – FridayAbility to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed, to support end-of-month and end-of-quarter deadlinesOur Mission: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Our Vision: To be the best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.Benefits: UMC Physicians offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits include:Paid Time OffSick PayMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceEmployer Paid Group Life and Voluntary Life InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceLong Term Disability (after 2 years of employment)Critical Illness, Accident and Cancer InsuranceHealth Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts401K Retirement Plan with Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramNote: Some benefits require an employee contribution to participate.Essential Job Functions:Assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes for professional outpatient and inpatient servicesReview medical record documentation to ensure coding accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable guidelines and payer requirementsResearch and resolve coding edits, denials, and documentation-related issuesCollaborate with providers, clinic staff, revenue cycle teams, and patients to resolve coding, billing, documentation, and patient concernsMeet established productivity, quality, and turnaround time standardsParticipate in coding audits, education, and other departmental initiativesPrepare reports and complete special projects as requestedPerform other duties as assignedAdditional Responsibilities:Additional duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Medical operations and personnel skillsStrong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skillsProficiency in coding and billing systems with a preference in EpicClear understanding of coding and medical terminologyAbility to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulationsMinimum Qualifications:High school diplomaActive CPC CertificationExtensive CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 knowledge3 years+ experience in codingEnvironmental Conditions:Works in a well-lit, heated, and ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate needs in the department. Exposure to blood borne pathogens is low risk.Physical Requirements:This position requires prolonged sitting. It also requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, and other office equipment. Normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports is expected. Hours of duty may be irregular.UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.