Coding Specialist

Employment Type: Full Time

REMOTE

Benefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)

Pay Range: $25-$32 hourly based on experience 

SCOPE: Under direct supervision, performs all medical record coding activities. Assigns appropriate diagnostic codes to patient charts and reports as assigned. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The US Oncology Network is a thriving organization that fosters forward-thinking, advancement opportunities, and an inspired work environment. We continuously look for top talent who will continue to propel our organization in the right direction and celebrate new successes! Come join our team in the fight against cancer!

About US Oncology
The US Oncology Network is one of the nation’s largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. The US Oncology Network is supported by McKesson Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care. For more information, visit www.usoncology.com. We extend an extremely competitive offering of benefits to employees, including Medical Health Care, Dental Care, Vision Plan, 401-K with a matching component, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability, and Wellness & Perks Programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign
• ICD-9 and CPT-4 codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• -Identifies principal and secondary diagnosis with minimal error based on the national based standards.
• Codes with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews.
• Records all diagnostic procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes.
• Requests diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded.
• Determines and records the required medical information.
• Updates coding procedures and guidelines. Works with medical assistants and other staff in coordinating medical information and patient charts.
• Maintains the confidentiality of the medical information contained in each record.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a course in medical record technology.
• Minimum one year of coding medical experience required, three years experience medical coding preferred.
• Applicable certification preferred.
• Knowledge of medical records coding procedures and knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT-4 Coding Systems highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily required to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, operate a computer and other standard office equipment, communicate effectively via telephone and virtual platforms, and occasionally move within the home workspace. Vision, hearing, and manual dexterity sufficient to perform keyboarding and screen-based work are required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a fully remote position. The work environment is a home-based office setting. Work is performed primarily using a computer, telephone, and other remote collaboration tools. The role involves frequent virtual interaction with coworkers, leaders, and internal or external stakeholders.