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University Medical Center of El Paso
Cert. Medical Coder-UMCEPH Central Business Office
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What they do
A Medical Coder organizes and reviews patient medical records and assigns codes for each diagnosis and treatment. Prepares coded information for use by health care insurers or for research. May retrieve information for clinicians and billing offices. Works in healthcare facilities.
$60,263 / year median in Texas
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Cert. Medical Coder-UMCEPH Central Business Office University Medical Center of El Paso - 3.8 El Paso, TX Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Job Summary The Certified Medical Coder accurately codes, sequences and abstracts outpatient medical records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines to achieve accurate and timely reimbursement and populate statistical databases. Queries physicians for clarification on documentation. Performs duties within approved practices, exercising independent judgment within pre-determined guidelines. Minimum Job Requirements Work Experience One year of outpatient coding experience is preferred. License/Registration/Certification Certified Professional Coder (CPC); Certified Coding Specialist- Physician based (CCS-P); or Certified Billing & Coding Certification (CBCS) required. Education and Training High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate of Applied Sciences in Medical Billing and Coding degree preferred. Skills Knowledge of Health Information Systems practices, procedures, and guidelines. Ability to analyze and solve problems. Ability to seek out new methods and processes to improve services. Ability to utilize verbal and written communication skills effectively. Knowledge of the CPT® coding system and familiarity with the ICD-10-CM and HCPCS Level II coding systems.