Healthcare South is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Coding Specialist to join our team in the Corporate office. Job Summary As a Coding Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the healthcare industry by ensuring accurate coding of medical services for billing and record-keeping purposes. You will be responsible for coordinating, verifying and reviewing medical records for claim submission. Essential Job Responsibilities 1. Coordinates with clinical / site staff to get charge information for all patients. 2. Review all medical documentation to determine if assigned diagnosis, procedures codes and modifiers are appropriately assigned. 3. Verifies and completes charge information in database and produces billing. 4. Assess adequacy of documentation and queries providers to obtain additional medical record documentation or to clarify documentation to ensure accurate and appropriate coding. 5. Maintains accurate productivity logs and provides this information to the coding supervisor/Director of Billing in a timely manner 6. Assists with audit of medical records for compliance purposes. 7. Periodic review of CPT, ICD-10 and HCPC codes, at least annually or as instructed or required for new, revised or deleted code updates. 8. Perform other work-related duties as assigned or requested. Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred. Professional Medical Coder certification required. Experience Minimum of 3 years of professional coding experience in family practice, pediatrics or internal medicine. Knowledge of risk coding a plus. Performance Requirement Knowledge: 1. Knowledge of coding and clinic operating policies. 2. Experience in medical claims review for accurate coding and compliance. 3. Demonstrates complete understanding of coding rules (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS), anatomy and physiology and medical terminology. 4. Knowledge of billing practices and clinical policies and procedures. Skills: 1. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office. 2. Proficient in using a calculator. Abilities: 1. Ability to understand and interpret policies and regulations. 2. Ability to read and interpret medical charts. 3. Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness. 4. Ability to communicate effectively and work with others. Work Environment Full time, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm, or 9am - 5pm. Position is in a well lighted office. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Possibility of hybrid schedule once training period is successfully completed. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Day shift Ability to Relocate: Rockland, MA 02370: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person