Certified Procedural Coding Spec - Surg

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Assess health record documentation
Assign accurate icd-10 and cpt codes
Understand anatomy and physiology
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Certified Procedural Coding Specialist for surgical coding, requiring a minimum of two years of coding experience and relevant certifications. This position is integral to ensuring accurate coding of surgical procedures and supports the hospital's patient billing services

Job Summary

  • The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist – Surgical Specialist will assess the adequacy of health record documentation to ensure that it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned.
  • Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, clinical disease processes, pharmacology, and diagnostic and procedural terminology to assign accurate codes to diagnoses and procedures.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Certified Procedural Coding Specialist for surgical coding, requiring a minimum of two years of coding experience and relevant certifications. This position is integral to ensuring accurate coding of surgical procedures and supports the hospital's patient billing services.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • assess health record documentation
  • assign accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes
  • understand anatomy and physiology
  • apply knowledge of disease processes
  • work remotely

Nice-to-have

  • assist patient billing services
  • provide exceptional customer service
  • collaborative healthcare organization

Key Requirements

  • HS/GED with CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA certification
  • Two (2) years coding experience
  • Ability to code any record from any service
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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