[Hiring] Medical Coder Professional - Surgical Coder @University of Mississippi Medical Center

Role Description

The Medical Coder-Professional is responsible for reviewing and coding medical records and documentation for healthcare services rendered. This role ensures that all diagnoses, procedures, and services provided are accurately coded using standardized coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS). The coder will ensure compliance with insurance requirements, governmental regulations, and industry standards to facilitate correct reimbursement and support the accurate billing process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of medical coding experience.
• One of the following medical coding certifications from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC):
  • Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
  • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
  • Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS or CCS-A)
  • Certified Coding Specialist- Physician-Based (CCS-P)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC or CPC-A)
  • Any Physician specialty certification from AAPC
• Prior experience in trauma, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, wound care, urology, and plastic surgery specialties is preferred.

Requirements

• Knowledge of electronic coding systems.
• Proficiency in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Strong knowledge of outpatient healthcare services and procedures.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing medical records and assigning correct codes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals, insurance providers, and internal departments.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient medical records to assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with regulations, payer policies, and guidelines.
• Work with billing teams to prepare and submit claims, resolving any coding-related denials.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure proper code assignment.
• Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
• Demonstrate effective communication and response using systems available to both the Hospital Coder and management through telephone and email communication.
• Demonstrate effective use of required software.

Environmental and Physical Demands

• Requires no exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold.
• No handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment.
• Occasional working hours beyond regularly scheduled hours.
• Occasional traveling to offsite locations.
• Frequent activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature.
• Constant work produced is subject to precise measures of quantity and quality.
• Occasional bending, lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, and lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent reaching, sitting, standing, and walking.
• Occasional climbing, twisting, and pushing/pulling.

Time Type

Full time

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt

No

Pay Class

Hourly

FTE %

100

Job Posting Date

10/22/2026

Job Closing Date

10/26/2026 (open until filled if no date specified)