Certified Coding Specialist

A company is looking for a Coding Integrity Specialist II.

Key Responsibilities :

Assigns, validates, and edits ICD-10-CM and HCPCS / CPT codes for various patient types, including same day surgery and outpatient cardiac cath

Maintains established productivity and accuracy standards while reviewing coding guidelines and medical resources

Initiates and validates physician queries in compliance with company policy and performs other assigned duties

Required Qualifications :

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HIM / HIT preferred

3-5 years of experience in acute care observation and / or same day surgery hospital outpatient coding required

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or equivalent coding certification required

Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, HCPCS / CPT-4 coding technical skills

Knowledge of coding guidelines and standards to ensure compliance and accuracy