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General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is seeking a Coding Specialist I to join our Coding Operations team! The successful candidate needs to be self-motivated and have at least one year of experience in facility coding, specifically in Emergency Department, Observation and/or Ambulatory Surgery.
MedStar Health provides the latest technology including our EMR Cerner MedConnect, 3MHDM and 3m360 computer-assisted coding software.
Selected candidates will enjoy a full time, Monday – Friday, dayshift, REMOTE schedule.
Join one of the largest health systems in the area and enjoy the benefits of a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health/vision/dental insurance, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement and the benefits of remote work capability.
Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can provide your next great career move!
As a Coding Specialist I you will code and abstract primarily Emergency Department, Observation, and other outpatient records using ICD-10-CM, and other applicable patient classification schemes. May also perform beginning level of Ambulatory Surgery.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in coding related preferred
- Courses in Medical Terminology Anatomy & Physiology ICD-CM required
- CPT-4 preferred
Experience
- Coding experience and experience with clinical information systems (Solventum grouper electronic medical records computer assisted coding) preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- CPC (Certified Professional Coder) CCA (Certified Coding Associate) or other coding certification credentials within 1 Year required
- RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) and RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills required.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $23.19 - USD $40.61 /Hr.
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