Coding Specialist I - MedStar Ambulatory Surgery ...

General Summary of PositionMedStar Ambulatory Services is currently seeking a CPC Certified Coder with 1 - 2 years of coding experience to join our team! This is a full time, Monday-Friday position, with a hybrid schedule after the successful completion of the 90-day probationary period.  Hybrid schedule includes working remotely on Mondays & Fridays and working on-site Tuesday - Thursday. Business office is located in Elkridge, MD (will be relocating to Columbia, MD). Job Summary - Codes and abstracts Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) services using CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS and other applicable patient classification schemes. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Abstracts and ensures accuracy of diagnoses, procedure, patient demographics, and other required data elements.Adhere to all compliance regulations and maintains annual compliance education.Maintains continuing education and seeks ongoing education to improve job performance. Maintains credentials as required for job classification.Contacts physician when conflicting or ambiguous information appears in the medical record. Adheres to the MedStar Coding Query Policy and procedure.Meets established Quality standards as defined by policies.Meets established Productivity standards as defined by policies.Resolves all quality reviews timely (e.g. Medical necessity reviews; Coding Quality assurance reviews; external vendor reviews).Reviews medical record documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures. Assigns correct diagnostic, procedural codes, and appropriate modifiers using standard guidelines and maintaining departmental accuracy standards.Exhibits knowledge of other work-related equipment.   Minimum Qualifications EducationHigh School Diploma or GED required; Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-CM CPT-4 required; Associate degree in coding related studies or Bachelor's degree in coding related studies preferred Experience1-2 years Coding experience and experience with clinical information systems (3M grouper, electronic medical records, computer assisted coding) preferred Licenses and CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC) required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesVerbal and written communication skills.Basic computer skills required. This position has a hiring range of $23.19 - $40.61  

Created: 2025-08-10