Coding Specialist

The US Oncology Network•Eugene, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Willamette Valley Cancer Institute (WVCI), Oregon’s largest private oncology practice and a member of the US Oncology network, is seeking a Coding Specialist. Under direct supervision, the position performs medical record coding activities and assigns appropriate diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports. The role also supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. This is a full-time, onsite role in Eugene, Oregon. The general pay scale is $21.00–$35.00; the actual hiring rate depends on factors including work experience, education, job responsibilities, location, and work performance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a course in medical terminology.
CPC certification.
At least one year of medical coding experience.
Knowledge of medical records coding procedures and the ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding systems is highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

Three years of medical coding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Abstract relevant clinical and demographic information from medical records and assign ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
Identify principal and secondary diagnoses with minimal error based on national standards.
Maintain coding accuracy of 97% based on internal quality assurance reviews.
Record diagnostic procedures and assign appropriate procedure codes.
Request diagnoses from physicians when information is not recorded.
Determine and record required medical information.
Update coding procedures and guidelines.
Coordinate medical information and patient charts with medical assistants and other staff.
Maintain the confidentiality of medical information contained in each record.
Perform other assigned duties.