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Certified Coder - Specialty Coding
at Summa Health System
Akron, OH
Posted: 3-4-2025
Healthcare
$48,807/year
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About this Career
Medical Records Specialists
Skills
Customer Service, Medical Coding Certification, Care Coordination, Prioritization, Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-Based (CCS-P), Electronic Medical Record, Communication, Epic EMR, CPT Coding, Confidentiality, Medical Records, Billing, Accountability, Detail Oriented, Medical Coding, Problem Solving, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Data Entry
Job Description
Certified Coder - Specialty Coding Summa Health - 3.5 Akron, OH Job Details Full-time $21.33 - $25.60 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Excel ICD coding Customer service Writing skills Mid-level RHIT High school diploma or GED Certified Professional Coder ICD-10 Medical records Certified Coding Associate Certified Coding Specialist CPT coding EMR systems Patient interaction Epic Full Job Description Summa Health Medical Group 1077 Gorge Blvd Akron, OH 44310 Will work remote after training/orientation $1,500 Sign-On Bonus offered! Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.
Summary:
Responsible for all aspects of coding review, billing data entry, reprocessing of coding denials (including follow-up and coding denial queues), reconciling services provided at the hospital, and maintaining regulations requirements. Uses coding knowledge to make sure that the appropriate code was used given the support of the charge to be posted. Ensures that work is done accurately, timely, and in compliance with federal, state, and payer specific regulations. Supports the coordination of care through Patient-Centered Medical Home methodologies, as applicable.Formal Education Required:
a. High school diploma or equivalent b. Completion of a formal medical coding training program c. Current coding certification required. CCA, CCS orCCS-P, CMC, CPC
are acceptable. d. RHIT acceptable with the passing of a coding certification test within 90 days of hire.Experience & Training Required:
a. Previous coding experience, including assigning of ICD-10 and CPT codes in a multi-specialty group setting, preferredOther Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
a. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with providers b. Knowledge of electronic medical record contents and ability to screen for pertinent data, user knowledge Epic software a plus. c. Ability to prioritize work d. Attention to detail and analytical problem solving e. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient medical records f. Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with the customer service policy g. Ability to operate a PC h. Ability to be flexible and handle many tasks at one time, knowledge of Excel and Word.Population Specific Competency:
a. Ability to effectively interact with patients/customers with the understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignityLevel of Physical Demands:
a.Sedentary:
Exerts up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled $21.33/hr - $25.60/hr The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.Other Job Posting Details
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$44,366/yr
$53,248/yr