Certified Professional Coder

Job Overview

A Certified Professional Coder (CPC) job involves reviewing patient medical records, abstracting relevant clinical information, and assigning appropriate medical codes using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS code sets. CPC responsibilities also include ensuring accurate documentation and coding, facilitating claims processing, and complying with regulatory requirements.

• Coding and abstracting: accurately translate patient encounters into standardized medical codes (ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS).
• Documentation review: analyze patient records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with coding guidelines.
• Reimbursement analysis: research and analyze data needs for accurate and timely reimbursement.
• Auditing and compliance: conduct chart audits, identify coding discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Communication and collaboration: communicate effectively with healthcare providers to clarify coding issues and ensure accurate documentation.
• Staying updated: keep abreast of changes in coding guidelines, regulations, and technology.

• Education: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (CCS-P) or Certified Radiology Coder (RCC) required.
• Experience: Prior experience with physician/provider professional fee billing preferred.
• Coding knowledge: strong understanding of coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), coding guidelines, and relevant regulations.
• Attention to detail: ability to meticulously review documentation and accurately assign codes.
• Communication skills: effective communication with healthcare providers, billing staff, and other stakeholders.
• Problem‑solving: ability to identify and resolve coding discrepancies and errors.
• Organizational skills: maintain accurate records, manage workload effectively, and prioritize tasks.
• Computer skills: proficiency in using coding software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Courier: must be able to use personal transportation for courier services.

• Maintain performance, patient and employee satisfaction, and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Perform compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards, including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues, and self.
• Perform essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors, and employees.
• Identify and reduce unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors, and employees.
• Recognize and take appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards, promoting safety for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Use electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and intranet.
• Adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Physical presence onsite is essential with the possibility of a hybrid work schedule. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance required. Very good interpersonal communication and customer service skills required.

Physical: medium work – exerting 20–50 pounds of force occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and >10 pounds constantly. Good manual and finger dexterity. Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting. Light driving required.

Psychological: contact with others, dealing with external customers/clients, occasional coordination of letters/memos, and working consistently with teams.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

Location:

Millport, AL

Salary: $50,000.00 – $65,000.00