Certified Medical Coder

Ascension • Milwaukee, WI

3d • $25 - $34 • Remote

About The Position

Accurately abstract patient records to assign correct ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes, ensuring proper APC or DRG groupings. Strictly adhere to official coding guidelines, reimbursement requirements, and the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding. Conduct regular chart audits and proactively query physicians to clarify ambiguous, incomplete, or unclear documentation. Maintain established productivity and quality rates while staying up to date on evolving coding policies and regulations.

Requirements

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. All specialties accepted.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. All specialties accepted.
• Coder specializing in Cardiac credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Reg Health Info Admnstr 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.

Responsibilities

• Accurately abstract patient records to assign correct ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes, ensuring proper APC or DRG groupings.
• Strictly adhere to official coding guidelines, reimbursement requirements, and the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding.
• Conduct regular chart audits and proactively query physicians to clarify ambiguous, incomplete, or unclear documentation.
• Maintain established productivity and quality rates while staying up to date on evolving coding policies and regulations.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED