May 07, 2026

Certified Coder I

Job Description

Job Title

Assign ICD-10-CM; PCS; and/or CPT codes to records of discharged patients; depending on the type of visit. Assign appropriate DRG to IP visits.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: High school or equivalent

Minimum Work Experience: 1 year

Required Licenses/Certifications: Certified coding specialist must have any of the following certifications:

  • CPC
  • COC
  • CIC
  • COC-P
  • CPC-A
  • CCS
Required Skills; Knowledge; and Abilities
  • Compile and analyze reports
  • Compile statistics
  • Compose letters/memorandums
  • Coordinate meetings
  • Generate reports
  • Input data into computer programs
  • Maintain filing systems
  • Maintain logs
  • Maintains manuals
  • Research information