- Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Coder 1 and play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely medical coding.** This entry-level position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals with a passion for healthcare data integrity and compliance. As a Coder 1, you will support patient care and hospital operations by translating clinical documentation into standardized codes used for billing, reporting, and analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Analyzes Emergency Department records and outpatient diagnostic strips and accurately assigns appropriate ICD-9 diagnoses and CPT procedures for billing purposes and external/internal reporting.
- Extracts required information from documentation and returns into abstracting system.
- Calls physician offices to obtain accurate diagnosis when necessary.
- Utilizes Medicare LCD policies and Sunrise when diagnosis codes to avoid unnecessary denials.
- Maintains and protects patient confidentiality.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, starting times between 6AM-11AM! Onsite during the first 90 days, but then can work remotely!
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Completion of AHIMA approved Coding Certificate Program required.
- Registered Health Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) credentials preferred or experience as below.
- Experience: Certification as shown above or one (1) year of coding experience using ICD-9 CM and CPT within the last three (3) years.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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