Certified Procedural Coding Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Reads and interprets health record documentation
Assigns accurate icd-10 and cpt codes
Assesses adequacy of clinical documentation
The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist works under supervision to identify diagnoses and procedures affecting outpatient encounter visits

Job Summary

  • The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist works under supervision to identify diagnoses and procedures affecting outpatient encounter visits.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, and up to a 10% matched retirement contribution.
  • The role requires maintaining an understanding of ICD-10 and CPT coding classification systems while ensuring accurate code assignment.

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The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist works under supervision to identify diagnoses and procedures affecting outpatient encounter visits.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Reads and interprets health record documentation
  • Assigns accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes
  • Assesses adequacy of clinical documentation
  • Performs data charge entry tasks

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
  • Understanding of clinical disease processes
  • Familiarity with pharmacology terminology
  • Ability to prioritize daily work queues

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Must hold CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT, or RHIA certification
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required
  • Two years of coding experience preferred
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management preferred

Work Rights

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

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