Medical Coding Specialist

Summary

The job description is for a Medical Coding Specialist position at iMedX, responsible for abstracting clinical information from health records and assigning appropriate codes according to guidelines. The role requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent, completion of a formal coding program, and at least three years' experience in coding work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Completion of a formal coding program
• Minimum of three years’ coding work experience encompassing a working knowledge of the ICD and CPT coding systems; medical terminology; anatomy and physiology; and health record content

Responsibilities

• Abstracts relevant clinical information from the health records
• Identifies the first-listed and secondary diagnoses based on the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OGCR) and assigns ICD-10-CM codes appropriately
• Assigns CPT codes to the procedures
• Meets or exceeds the iMedX coding quality standards
• Understands and adheres to all requirements related to coding compliance
• Performs coding in an efficient and productive manner utilizing good time management and professional work habits. Meets productivity standards for position
• Refers coding questions to the Coding Manager in a timely manner for feedback and coding guideline development
• Continually enhances coding skills. Participates in team meetings and educational conferences to ensure coding practice remains current
• Maintains confidentiality and safeguards the privacy of protected health information (PHI)
• Promotes the Company’s values
• Performs other job related duties as may be assigned or required

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or other AHIMA or AAPC approved coding credential
• Exhibits a sense of urgency towards work, possesses intermediate level computer skills, attention to detail, excellent customer service and written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

The position is home-based