Certified Medical Coder

Ascension•Picayune, MS

22h•$25 - $34•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a Certified Medical Coder at Seton Family of Hospitals in Austin, TX. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a salary range of $24.87 - $33.64 per hour. The coder will be responsible for assigning ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for complex cases, ensuring accurate DRG/APC assignments and optimal reimbursement. The role also involves partnering with physicians to clarify documentation, leading chart audits, and providing education on coding guidelines.

Requirements

One or more of the following required: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Certified Outpatient Coding (COC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Medical Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the Practice Management Institute (PMI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Coder obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Reg Health Info Admnmnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

3 years of revenue cycle experience preferred
3 years of professional fee coding preferred
Multispecialty surgical coding and claims work

Responsibilities

Expertly assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for complex cases, ensuring accurate DRG/APC assignments and optimal reimbursement.
Consistently exceed productivity and accuracy standards while maintaining strict compliance with AHIMA ethical guidelines.
Partner with physicians to clarify documentation, resolving ambiguities to ensure clinical data integrity and seamless claim processing.
Lead chart audits and provide education to staff and providers on evolving coding guidelines and documentation requirements.