Coding Specialist

NORTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Harrison, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) as a Coding Specialist and play a vital role in ensuring accurate medical documentation and reimbursement. This position supports patient care by translating clinical information into standardized codes that drive billing, reporting, and healthcare analytics. If you enjoy detail-oriented work and collaborating with healthcare teams, we invite you to apply. About Us North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is a community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the residents of North Arkansas. Our team members are united by a mission to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve while fostering a supportive workplace culture built on teamwork, respect, and professional growth.

Requirements

Training or job experience in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in medical documentation.

Nice To Haves

One year of outpatient medical coding experience.
Experience working in a hospital or healthcare setting.
Familiarity with MEDITECH electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

Review and code outpatient medical records including Emergency Department, outpatient surgery, and observation visits using ICD-10-CM and CPT coding standards.
Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with established coding guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Enter coded data into the MEDITECH electronic health record system to support billing and reimbursement processes.
Review Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care (AFMC) Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) payment group reassignments for potential coding errors and educational improvement.
Provide requested copies of Medicaid Emergency Department charts to the Business Office as needed.
Support daily functions of the Health Information Management (HIM) department as workload or operational needs require.
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling patient medical records and sensitive information.

Benefits

Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.