Certified Procedural Coding Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • Little Rock, AR

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist works under supervision and reads/interprets health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the outpatient encounter visit. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must have an understanding of CPT and ICD-10
• One of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Health Information Management
• Two (2) years of coding experience

Responsibilities

• Assesses the adequacy of the health record documentation to ensure it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned
• Applies knowledge of anatomy and physiology, clinical disease processes, pharmacology, and diagnostic and procedural terminology to assign accurate codes to diagnoses and procedures
• Maintains understanding of ICD-10 and CPT coding classification systems
• Reviews and performs data charge entries to both hospital and physician patient accounting systems for the outpatient clinic visit
• Organizes work to ensure all assigned work queues are reviewed and appropriately prioritized on a daily basis
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees