Coding Specialist - Colorectal Surgery
About The Position
The US Oncology Network is seeking a Coding Specialist to join the Colorectal Surgery Department at Texas Oncology. This is a full-time, remote position supporting the Central Business Office. The role involves performing medical record coding activities, assigning diagnostic codes to patient charts, and adhering to the US Oncology Compliance Program. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of coding procedures and systems, with opportunities for professional development and contributing to process improvements. Texas Oncology is a leading community oncology provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based cancer care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a course in medical record technology.
- Minimum one year of coding medical experience required.
- Knowledge of medical records coding procedures.
- Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT-4 Coding Systems highly desirable.
- Completion of a course in Medical Terminology (for Sr. Level).
- Minimum five years medical coding experience (for Sr. Level).
- Must live in the state of Texas.
Nice To Haves
- Three years experience medical coding preferred.
- Applicable certification preferred.
- Prior oncology experience preferred (for Sr. Level).
- Certification as RHIT preferred (for Sr. Level).
Responsibilities
- Performs all medical record coding activities.
- Assigns appropriate diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports as assigned.
- Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
- Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign ICD-9 and CPT-4 codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
- Identifies principal and secondary diagnosis with minimal error based on the national based standards.
- Codes with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews.
- Records all diagnostic procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes.
- Requests diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded.
- Determines and records the required medical information.
- Updates coding procedures and guidelines.
- Works with medical assistants and other staff in coordinating medical information and patient charts.
- Maintains the confidentiality of the medical information contained in each record.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
