iMedX is hiring a Part-Time Medical Coding Specialist with an emphasis on Interventional Radiology coding. The position is currently part-time, hourly paid, and you work from home! The potential exists for this to progress to a full-time position.

PURPOSE

The Medical Coding Specialist abstracts clinical information from health records and assigns accurate and complete codes in accordance with the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, CPT guidelines and iMedX's standards as appropriate.

Reports To: Coding Manager

The Medical Coding Specialist will focus primarily on ensuring accurate and complete work based on departmental objectives while ensuring client satisfaction to include the following responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Abstracts relevant clinical information from the health records.
2. Identifies all appropriate diagnoses based on Coding Guidelines.
3. Identifies procedures based on Interventional Radiology Coding Guidelines.
4. Assigns CPT procedure codes for all types of interventional radiology procedures
5. Meets or exceeds iMedX and the Client production and overall accuracy requirement
6. Understands and adheres to all requirements related to coding compliance.
7. Performs coding in an efficient and productive manner utilizing good time management and professional work habits. Meets productivity standards for position. 
8. Refers coding questions to Coding Manager in a timely manner for feedback and coding guideline development.
9. Continually enhances coding skills. Participates in team meetings and educational conferences to ensure coding practice remains current
10. Maintains confidentiality and safeguards the privacy of protected health information (PHI).
11. Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a formal coding program. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or other AHIMA or AAPC approved coding credential.
• Preference given to those with CIRCC credential

Experience: 

• Minimum of three (3) years’ coding work experience encompassing a working knowledge of the ICD and CPT coding systems; medical terminology; anatomy and physiology; and health record content.
• PC proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database software 
• Good communication skills with clients and supervisor exhibiting adaptability, excellent customer service, and professional written and verbal communications skills.
• Maintains enthusiasm and a sense of urgency towards work.
• Accepts responsibility and accountability willingly.
• In all activities, uses analytical, judgment, and decision-making skills in meeting the objectives of the position with an excellent eye for detail.

Physical Work Environment: Personal computer meeting the requirements of the position in a home-based environment that involves long periods of sitting with repetitive motions of hand and arm and may include frequent bending and twisting.