Certified Coding Specialist I
Cook Children's Health Care System, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
Summary
The Certified Coding Specialist I requires knowledge of and skill in applying the International Classification of Diseases and Procedures (ICD), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code sets, and associated Medicare/Medicaid rules and guidelines. The role reviews and interprets patient medical record documentation to identify pertinent diagnoses and procedures, and assigns ICD‑10‑CM and CPT‑4 codes accurately and timely to the highest level of specificity based on physician documentation. Responsibilities include coding ambulatory surgery, special procedure, observation, emergency department, outpatient ancillary, clinic visit records, and a mixture of Evaluation & Management medical records. The specialist assists with coding outpatient ancillary clinic, specialty clinic, surgical, and emergency room records as needed, communicates with physicians and other providers regarding documentation requirements, and collaborates across departments. Continuous learning of coding and documentation changes, rules, and guidelines is essential.
Location Remote - TX
Department Administration
Shift First Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours 40
Education & Experience
Requires: CCS or CPC, knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and the disease process.
Ability to work independently and productively with minimal guidance.
Detail‑oriented, organized, flexible, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrates coding skills and critical thinking in applying current policies and procedures.
Preferred: RHIA or RHIT with one year of continuous full‑time ICD‑10‑CM & CPT‑4 evaluation & management coding.
Knowledge of health insurance processing.
Skilled with electronic medical record applications, automated encoders, and related software.
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fully Remote
About Cook Children’s Our not‑for‑profit organization includes a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas; a new medical center in Prosper, Texas; a physician network; a home health company; surgery centers; a health plan; health services; and a health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty, and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top‑ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet their child’s needs. Cook Children’s is honored to receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.
At Cook Children’s, we see the world through your eyes and strive to help you and your child receive the best possible care and support.
Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, we offer equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement, and termination.
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Location Remote - TX
Department Administration
Shift First Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours 40
Education & Experience
Requires: CCS or CPC, knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and the disease process.
Ability to work independently and productively with minimal guidance.
Detail‑oriented, organized, flexible, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrates coding skills and critical thinking in applying current policies and procedures.
Preferred: RHIA or RHIT with one year of continuous full‑time ICD‑10‑CM & CPT‑4 evaluation & management coding.
Knowledge of health insurance processing.
Skilled with electronic medical record applications, automated encoders, and related software.
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fully Remote
About Cook Children’s Our not‑for‑profit organization includes a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas; a new medical center in Prosper, Texas; a physician network; a home health company; surgery centers; a health plan; health services; and a health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty, and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top‑ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet their child’s needs. Cook Children’s is honored to receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.
At Cook Children’s, we see the world through your eyes and strive to help you and your child receive the best possible care and support.
Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, we offer equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement, and termination.
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