General Summary of Position MedStar Health is seeking a Coding Specialist I to join our Coding Operations team! The successful candidate should be self-motivated with at least one year of experience in facility coding , specifically in Emergency Department, Observation, and/or Ambulatory Surgery. We provide the latest technology, including EMR Cerner MedConnect, 3MHDM , and 3m360 computer-assisted coding software . This is a full-time, Monday - Friday, dayshift, REMOTE position. Join one of the largest health systems in the area and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health/vision/dental insurance, short & long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and remote work capabilities. As a Coding Specialist I, you will code and abstract primarily Emergency Department, Observation, and other outpatient records using ICD-10-CM and other patient classification schemes. You may also perform entry-level Ambulatory Surgery coding. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Contribute to department goals and adhere to policies, procedures, quality, and safety standards, complying with regulations. Abstract and ensure accuracy of diagnoses, procedures, patient demographics, and other data elements. Follow all compliance regulations and maintain annual compliance education. Engage in ongoing education to improve performance and maintain required credentials. Contact physicians for clarification when needed, following the MedStar Coding Query Policy. Meet quality and productivity standards as defined by policies. Resolve all quality reviews promptly, including medical necessity and external reviews. Review medical records to identify diagnoses and procedures, assigning correct codes and modifiers using guidelines and automated software. Exhibit knowledge of the 3M system and other equipment. Participate in meetings, committees, and community outreach efforts. Join multidisciplinary teams for quality and service improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED required. Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-CM required; CPT-4 preferred. Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. Experience Coding experience and familiarity with clinical information systems (3M grouper, electronic medical records, computer-assisted coding). Licenses and Certifications CPC, CCA, or other coding certification within 1 year required. RHIT and RHIA preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Effective verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills required. This position has a hiring range of $23.19 - $40.61. #J-18808-Ljbffr