[Hiring] Professional Coder II @University Health

Role Description

The Coder II position is responsible for accurate coding of professional services from medical record documentation. The role includes:

• Reviewing, coding, and assigning correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, procedure codes, and E/M level codes for professional services across multiple specialties according to AMA/CMS coding guidelines.
• This is a fully remote position following the initial probation period. The coder may be asked to come on site for special assignments or training as needed after this period.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• Current AAPC or AHIMA Coding Certification (e.g., CPC, COC, CCS, Specialty Coding Credential) or RHIT, RHIA, CEDC (Certified Emergency Department Coder).
• 2 years of medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 for multiple specialties.
• Knowledge of insurance company, third-party and government reimbursement programs; i.e. Medicare, Medicaid, MC+, etc.
• Knowledge of medical insurance billing and collection.
• Knowledge with CPT, ICD 9/10 CD, and HCPCS coding and medical terminology in multiple physician practice specialties.
• Demonstrated high proficiency in Physician at Teaching Hospital (PATH) documentation guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Knowledge of medical information systems for physician billing.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software systems, programs, and devices.
• Ability to maintain knowledge of Medicare rules and Local Carrier Determination (LCD) and national Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits and proper procedure code sequencing.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of staff.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Experience with medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 in an academic teaching health care organization (preferred).