Coding Specialist

Chapters Health System

. Perform coding and abstracting for all Chapters Health System service lines .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coding and abstracting using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and maintaining a high accuracy rate. Proficient in clinical documentation improvement and effective communication with medical staff to enhance coding accuracy.

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ICD-10-CM CodingCPT-4 CodingCoding Credential (CCS, CCS-P, CPC, HCS-D)Clinical Documentation ImprovementEncoder Technology Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Medical Record Documentation AnalysisDiagnosis and Procedure CodingCoding Guidelines ComplianceData AbstractionCoding Accuracy Maintenance

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailProfessional CommunicationTeam CollaborationProductivity Focus

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)Computer Assisted CodingAbstracting SystemsEncoder Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

CCSCCS-PCPCHCS-D

Industry Keywords

AHIMA StandardsAAPC StandardsMedical TerminologyAnatomy and PhysiologyPathophysiology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform coding and abstracting for all Chapters Health System service lines
Analyze and interpret medical record documentation and abstract data into the electronic medical record using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4
Assign correct diagnosis and procedure codes according to coding guidelines
Abstract necessary information to identify diagnoses, complications, and co-existing conditions
Review medical staff documentation and assign procedure codes, including evaluation and management services
Review clinical documentation to ensure valid ICD-10-CM codes
Implement the CHS physician query process when documentation is inadequate, ambiguous, unclear, or coding assignments are not straightforward
Maintain a 95% coding accuracy rate
Communicate with medical staff to clarify documentation
Evaluate records to ensure diagnoses and CPT codes accurately reflect and support visits and comply with regulatory standards
Abide by AHIMA and AAPC Standards of Ethical Coding and official coding guidelines
Maintain current coding knowledge and obtain continuing education units to maintain credentials
Complete assignments within time constraints and scheduled calendars
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of work experience and education
Minimum of three (3) years of acute care, home health, physician or ancillary coding experience
Successful completion of a credentialed coding certificate program and receipt of one or more of the following credentials: CCS, CCS-P, CPC, or HCS-D
Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT, including the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and Evaluation and Management Documentation Guidelines
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, AHA Coding Clinic, AMA CPT Assistant, and Coding Clinic for HCPCS
Knowledge of clinical documentation improvement and its importance to coding accuracy
Familiarity with encoder technology, Computer Assisted Coding, abstracting systems, and electronic medical records (EMR)
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively
Extensive computer technology knowledge
Ability to work with a team
Willingness to ensure productivity and coding accuracy requirements are met
Successful completion of position competency requirements
Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy
Eligibility for Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse requirements after a conditional offer and ongoing eligibility