Health Information Management- Coder
Core
Outpatient coding specialist reviews medical records to abstract data and assign diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10 and CPT systems to support billing and cash flow.
Role type
Outpatient medical coder
Builds
Coded medical records for billing and reimbursement
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Coding
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, CPT coding, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes, surgical techniques, E/M guidelines, encoder software, payer-specific coding policies
Preferred skills
Multiple specialty certifications, advanced encoder software proficiency
Technologies
Encoder software, Outlook, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Assign and sequence diagnosis and procedure codes ensuring compliance with guidelines, review electronic patient health information accounts, abstract and enter coded data into EMR, manage unbilled coding reports, stay updated on coding guideline changes
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC