Coding Advocate

About the Role

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work remotely, enjoying the flexibility and autonomy that comes with it. You will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, open communication, and a commitment to excellence. Your ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, will be essential in achieving success in this position.

As a Coding Advocate, you will be working in a fast-paced environment, where attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management are crucial. You will be expected to stay up-to-date with industry developments, guidelines, and best practices, ensuring that your skills and knowledge remain current and relevant.

What You Will Do

• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM and PCS primary and secondary diagnoses and procedure codes for inpatient visits
• Assign modifiers to chargemaster items and coder-assigned CPT codes for outpatient coding
• Correctly assign CPT codes to outpatient procedures, consistent with client contracts and documentation
• Assign diagnosis codes, E&M facility, and/or profee levels for emergency room visits
• Create compliant physician queries and review claims for medical necessity
• Update problem lists consistent with client contracts
• Assign present on admission indicators accurately
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and teammates
• Consistently demonstrate an excellent attitude and work to strengthen the team as a whole
• Float between multiple sites and coding specialties with ease and flexibility
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and compliant coding practices

What We Are Looking For

• 2-year degree or equivalent experience in medical coding or a related field
• AHIMA or AAPC certification required (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, COC)
• Actively holding one or more of the following credentials: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, COC
• Experience with device codes is a plus
• Meets or exceeds Quality and Productivity standards
• Excellent communication, written and oral, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Excel and other relevant software

Nice to Have

• 2+ years of coding experience in multiple patient types
• Experience coding and charging injections and infusions
• Ortho experience or OBS experience
• Familiarity with remote work environments and tools

Benefits and Perks

• Remote work arrangement with a work-life balance approach
• Robust benefits offering, including 401(k)
• Generous time off allotments
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Flexible scheduling and autonomy

• Ensure your certification is up-to-date and highlight your relevant credentials in your application.
• Showcase your Excel skills by providing examples of complex data analysis or manipulation projects you've worked on.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with medical coding software and systems, and how you stay current with industry developments.
• Tailor your resume and cover letter to the specific requirements of the Coding Advocate role, emphasizing your attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Research CPSI's company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with their mission and goals.
• Prepare examples of times when you had to communicate complex coding information to non-technical stakeholders, and how you approached those situations.
• Don't underestimate the importance of soft skills, such as teamwork and customer service, in a remote work environment.