State Licensed Hospital Coding Specialist

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Hospital Coding Specialist II (Remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation to extract data and apply appropriate ICD and CPT codes for outpatient and inpatient coding
• Assign codes for diagnoses, treatment, and procedures, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines
• Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists to address documentation concerns and assist with DRG validation requests

Required Qualifications

• Medical Coding Diploma or AHIMA approved Health Information Management Degree or related program
• Minimum of two years of coding and reimbursement experience in a multi-specialty setting or completion of a coding degree or diploma
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes
• Required AAPC or AHIMA credential within one year of hire
• Advanced knowledge of hospital information systems and coding guidelines