Physician Services Coding Specialist II – Denials

Tenet Healthcare

. Code physician charges by assigning ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS codes and modifiers from medical record documentation .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding, while maintaining high accuracy and productivity standards. Proficient in applying coding rules and regulations, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingHCPCS CodingCPC CertificationMulti-Specialty Evaluation and Management Coding

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingCoding Denial ResolutionThird-Party Reimbursement RegulationsMedical TerminologyHuman AnatomyCoding Rules and RegulationsDetail OrientationProblem Identification and ResolutionAccuracy ExaminationProductivity Standards

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTeam CollaborationEthical ConductWillingness to LearnProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

CPC CertificationCCS-P Certification

Industry Keywords

ICD-10CPTHCPCSCCILCDNCDCoding GuidelinesBilling PracticesMedical Record DocumentationInternal Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Code physician charges by assigning ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS codes and modifiers from medical record documentation
Utilize multiple resources to support code assignment
Resolve coding denials and pre-bill coding edits
Meet or exceed productivity standards
Maintain an accuracy rate of 95.5% in monthly internal audits
Present coding issues to internal team members, internal clients, or external clients
Deliver information one-on-one or in small-group formats to peers
Meet deadlines and complete assignments before monthly closing dates
Locate and apply CCI, LCD, NCD, and other applicable coding rules and client-specific guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Vocational or technical education beyond high school
Minimum of 3-5 years coding experience
CPC or CCS-P or equivalent certification
Multi-specialty Evaluation and Management coding
Working knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, and coding rules and regulations
Knowledge of third-party reimbursement regulations and billing practices
Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness
Detail oriented with the ability to identify and resolve problems
Knowledge of CCI, LCD, NCD and other applicable coding rules and regulations
Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with co-workers
Ability to work as a team member in all activities
Conduct self in an ethical, honest, and professional manner
Demonstrate continued willingness to learn and grow
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Must obtain and provide confirmation of required vaccinations and screenings, as applicable and permitted by law, prior to employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Position may be eligible for a signing bonus for qualified new hires, subject to employment status
Conifer observed holidays receive time and a half
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – min of 12 days per year, accrue at a rate of approximately 1.84 hours per 40 hours worked
401k with up to 6% employer match
10 paid holidays per year
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program
Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance
For Colorado employees, paid leave in accordance with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act