Coder I
The Coder I is responsible for performing International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding for primary care billing, case mix, and data collection purposes. The Coder I performs reviews of patient charts and validates coding for accuracy and capture of all billable charges. The Coder I maintains data integrity within the hospital information systems.
Responsibilities
Assigns ICD and CPT codes to patient diagnoses and procedures for primary care services
- Assess the accuracy and completeness of all information provided in documentation
- Assign codes for procedures, services, and diagnosis by following set classification systems
- Identify chargeable services/items for emergency and ancillary visits and ensures that all charges are accurately billed into the system
- Code and post procedures and accurately assign CPT and ICD codes to them
- Prioritizes assignments according to established criteria and to decrease pending accounts
- Contacts or queries physician when additional information or clarification is needed to code
Reviews documentation and coding for accuracy and practices compliance with coding guidelines and protocols
- Validates documentation and ICD/ CPT codes and modifiers
- Performs compliance edits on primary care records, and ensures discrepancies are resolved
- Reviews abstracted and statistical data for corrections and submits findings to leader
- Maintains knowledge of coding guidelines and protocols
Utilizes the Electronic Health Record system and other related computer systems and software
- Selects appropriate assignments for coding/abstracting from work queues
- Enters coded and abstracted data appropriately for use within the hospital information system
- Maintains data integrity through review of the overall completeness, accuracy, and consistency of data within relevant systems
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: One year performing clerical work or data entry.
Job Info
- Job Identification 28036
- Job Category Clerical & Admin Support
- Posting Date 04/22/2026, 04:45 PM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations Biloxi Annex 220 Popps Ferry Road