Coding Specialist I Primary Care - Medical Records
About The Position
EAMC MISSION At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for thorough review of clinical documentation and diagnostic results applicable to extract data and appropriately apply ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS codes and modifiers for billing and reimbursement, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance. Interacts as needed with internal customers to include but not limited to hospital staff, physicians and their offices, and other revenue cycle team members
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Actively enrolled in a coding program for AHIMA or AAPC credential.
- Less than 6 months
- Certification from AHIMA or AAPC within one year of placement
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Demonstrate excellent organizational, computer, written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate strong Microsoft Office knowledge skills.
- Must possess working knowledge of Official Coding Guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic.
- Strong time management and critical thinking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology
- 6 months or greater
- CCS, CPC
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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
