_Are you passionate about healthcare and skilled in medical coding? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Coder 1 to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring accurate and efficient coding of medical records, contributing to the overall quality of patient care. If you have a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of medical terminology, and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our healthcare community._

**Responsibilities:**

+ Utilize standard coding guidelines and principles and coding clinics to assign the appropriate ICD and CPT for all records to ensure accurate reimbursement.

+ Review coding for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to billing system utilizing CCI edits.

+ Identify incomplete documentation in the medical record and formulate a physician query to obtain missing documentation and/or clarification to accurately complete the coding process.

+ Utilize computer applications and resources essential to completing the coding process and to resolve basic coding edits efficiently.

+ Refer problem accounts to appropriate coding or management personnel for resolution.

+ Meet and maintain charge lag and coding productivity standards within the time frame established by management staff.

+ Maintain continuing education by reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics.

+ Make forward progress within the training period toward meeting coding accuracy standards of the departments within the first year of employment.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, start times between 6AM-8:30AM. _After the training period is completed, there is the option to work remote 3 days a week!_

+ High school graduate or equivalent.

+ Graduate of an approved certified coding program preferred.

+ Curriculum includes Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, ICD-9-CM and CPT Coding Guidelines and Procedures.

+ Proficient computer skills with MS excel knowledge preferred.

+ In lieu of completed coding externship, 6 months experience.

**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**

+ Act 34

**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**