Coding Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Overview of the Position :

Under the direction of the Coding Manager, performs various duties to accurately interpret and code for physician services.

Education and Experience :

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree preferred.
• Must hold CPC or CRC credentials thru AAPC with a preferred minimum of two years’ experience with CPT / ICD10 / HCPCS coding of physician services.
• Knowledge of insurance industry and medical terminology / anatomy required.

Required Skills / Abilities :

Ability to handle various tasks simultaneously while working efficiently, effectively, and independently

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Essential Job Functions :

These essential job functions are required of the Certified Coding Specialist based upon departmental and organizational guidelines, processes, and / or policies. It is the Certified Coding Specialist’s responsibility while working to ensure excellence in service for the internal and external customers.

Position Category :

Certified Coding Specialist I

Certified Coding Specialist II

Certified Coding Specialist III

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to lift 30 pounds. Vision and hearing corrected to within normal limits is required. Must have manual dexterity to key in data; utilize computer, grab, grip, hold, tear, cut, sort, and reach.