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.