Coding Specialist

Under the supervision of the Coding Supervisor, the coder performs coding and billing functions required to submit clean claims to third-party payers. This position is responsible for abstracting clinical information from a variety of medical records and assigning appropriate ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes according to established coding guidelines.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy
• 0-2 years basic coding experience
• Basic office skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Open to new learning experiences
• Code routine anatomic pathology cases (biopsies, basic specimens)
• Review pathology reports for CPT / ICD-10 accuracy
• Work assigned daily queues with supervision
• Identify missing documentation and route questions
• Coding experience preferred
• Medical coding experience (both CPT & ICD-10
• Experience with Meditech, EPIC, Groupcast (GPMS) & Power path
• Knowledge of 3M coding software
• Coordinates with clinical staff to ensure appropriate charge information for all patients
• Applies CPT codes in accordance with the CPT Manual, NCCI Edits and other Pathologist provided information
• Apply diagnosis codes in accordance with CMS coding guidelines
• Ability to utilize multiple websites to support code assignment
• Ability to accurately and completely code under Compliance Guidelines
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certification, highly preferred
• Experience or familiarity of coding within a clinical lab environment, highly preferred
• Medical coding experience (both CPT & ICD-10), highly preferred
• Experience with Meditech, EPIC, Groupcast (GPMS), & PowerPath, preferred
• Knowledge of 3M coding software
• Basic office skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong communication skills
• Detail oriented with good problem-solving skills

Mental/Physical Requirements:

Daily activity is 90% sitting and 10% walking or standing.


Work Environment:

Work is in a well-lighted office environment


Frequent exposure to CRT (computer monitors, repetitive motions and light lifting. (<20lbs)


Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


Day Shift