Job Summary Reviews, accurately assigns, and abstracts diagnostic and procedural codes to encounters using designated coding classification independently. Supports on‑going training and development of staff. Key Responsibilities Organizes and prioritizes complex coding work to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hospital targets. Assigns the most appropriate diagnosis and procedures to reflect the utilization of resources during the patient encounter. Recognizes documentation clarification opportunities to ensure it supports all codes and designation assignments. Initiates coding queries or tasks. Serves as a clinical coding subject matter expert. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Technical Capabilities Medical Coding (Advanced): Transformation of healthcare diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment into universal medical alphanumeric codes. Critical Thinking (Advanced): Objective analysis and evaluation of an issue to form a judgment. Medical Terminology & Documentation (Advanced): Ability to comprehend medical terminology and documentation in office or surgical settings. Compliance (Advanced): Understanding of rules, regulations, sanctions, and other statutory requirements, guidelines, and instructions from governing bodies. Position Qualifications Certifications: Licensed Discipline Specific – Licensure-Others Work Experience: Relevant work experience Experience Level: 4 years Education: High School Diploma or GED Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr