Medical Coder Professional - Surgical Coder

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Clinton, MS

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Medical Coder-Professional reviews and codes medical records and documentation for healthcare services rendered. The role ensures diagnoses, procedures, and services are accurately coded using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, and that coding complies with insurance requirements, governmental regulations, payer policies, and industry standards. Accurate coding supports correct reimbursement and billing.

The position reviews outpatient medical records, works with billing teams to prepare and submit claims and resolve coding-related denials, and collaborates with healthcare providers to clarify documentation. The coder also keeps current with coding updates and payer requirements, communicates with hospital coding staff and management by telephone and email, and uses required software effectively.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of medical coding experience.
• One of the following AHIMA or AAPC certifications: RHIT, RHIA, COC, CIC, CCA, CCS or CCS-A, CCS-P, CPC or CPC-A, or an AAPC physician specialty certification.
• Knowledge of electronic coding systems.
• Proficiency in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems and strong knowledge of outpatient healthcare services and procedures.
• High accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing medical records and assigning codes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems and coding software.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in trauma, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, wound care, urology, or plastic surgery specialties.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient medical records and assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with regulations, payer policies, and guidelines.
• Work with billing teams to prepare and submit claims and resolve coding-related denials.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure proper code assignment.
• Stay current on coding updates and payer requirements.
• Communicate effectively with hospital coding staff and management using available systems, telephone, and email.
• Use required software effectively.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED