Certified Procedural Coding Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
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Read and interpret health record documentation
Identify all diagnoses and procedures
Understand cpt and icd-10
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Certified Procedural Coding Specialist responsible for interpreting health record documentation and assigning accurate codes for outpatient encounters. The role requires knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and relevant certifications, with a focus on enhancing patient care through effective coding practices. **

Job Summary

  • The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist works under supervision and reads/interprets health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the outpatient encounter visit.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including health, holiday, vacation, sick leave, education discount, retirement match, and life insurance.
  • This position requires a High School Diploma/GED and one of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Certified Procedural Coding Specialist responsible for interpreting health record documentation and assigning accurate codes for outpatient encounters. The role requires knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and relevant certifications, with a focus on enhancing patient care through effective coding practices. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • read and interpret health record documentation
  • identify all diagnoses and procedures
  • understand CPT and ICD-10
  • assess documentation adequacy

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • teamwork and diversity

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA certification
  • Two (2) years of coding experience (preferred)
  • Associates or Bachelor's in Health Information Management (preferred)

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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