AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CPC, CCS, RHIT)

AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CPC, CCS, RHIT)

Ellinwood, KS $52,009 - $67,099 a year

Full Time

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the Midwest region as a Certified Coding Specialist, where your expertise in medical coding will directly impact patient care and reimbursement accuracy. This role involves applying ICD-10-CM, CPT, and modifier codes to patient records using advanced coding software, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and official guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign accurate medical codes to inpatient and outpatient services based on healthcare documentation.
• Maintain a coding accuracy rate of 95% or higher while managing workload independently.
• Communicate effectively with providers to resolve coding issues and submit queries as needed.
• Serve as a resource for coding questions and assist billing offices in resolving edits.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations to protect patient information.
• Foster professional relationships with patients, providers, and team members to support quality care delivery.

Education and Experience

• Required: Valid coding credential such as CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, or RHIA.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree with 2+ years of coding experience in healthcare or professional fee coding.
• Experience in auditing coding accuracy and educating coding staff is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of inpatient and professional ICD-10-CM and CPT coding standards.
• Proficient with medical records systems and coding software.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and work towards goals independently.

Physical Requirements

This position involves light work, including occasional lifting up to 25 lbs and standing or walking for 11-25% of the workday, with or without accommodation.

Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a compassionate healthcare environment serving a broad regional community in the United States.