Coding Specialist I

Join TriHealth as a Coding Specialist I! At TriHealth, our Medical Coding Specialists play a key role in supporting accurate, compliant, and high‑quality patient care. In this position, you’ll review provider documentation, assign correct ICD and CPT codes, research denials, and collaborate with clinical teams to ensure clarity and consistency in documentation and coding practices. We’re seeking candidates with a coding certification (CPC‑A, CPC, CCS‑P, or CCA), strong knowledge of ICD‑10‑CM/CPT guidelines, and a solid foundation in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. At TriHealth, you’ll join a supportive, mission‑driven environment where your expertise is valued, and your work makes a meaningful impact. Apply today and grow your career with a team that truly values you. Location: Works at Home Work Schedule: Full-Time (80 hours biweekly) Day Shift No Weekend, Holiday or On Call Commitment Incentives & Benefits: TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. Please view our benefits page https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits Job Requirements: High School Degree or GED CPC-A, CPC, CCS-P, or CCA ICD-10-CM and CPT Coding Guidelines Medical terminology Anatomy Physiology Experience Related Fields Job Overview: This position abstracts provider documentation and assigns specific and appropriate ICD (International Classification of Diseases) and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes based on clinical documentation and official guidelines/regulations provided by government and insurance carriers. Job Responsibilities: Assists with coding/billing questions from both internal and external customers. Which will include follow-up on denials, research, and review of charts for potential coding issues. Follow up with provider on any documentation that is insufficient or unclear and escalate where necessary. Communicate with other clinical staff regarding documentation trends. Maintains a close working relationship with all departments and internal customers including leadership and consolidates effotrts to ensure appropriate and standardized coding procedures are followed. Ensures understanding and compliance with coding protocols, rules and regulations from government agencies, insurance companies, and other resources. Maintains knowledge of current coding revisions and effectively communicates changes with provider. Maintains accurate and current CPT and ICD-10-CM resources within the billing and clinical systems. Validate and/or abstract codes specific to diagnoses and procedures, using ICD and CPT codes. Receive and review patient charts and documents to ensure codes are accurate and sequenced correctly and in accordance with government and insurance were applicable. Ensure that all codes are current, active, and billable according to CCI. Validate and/or abstract codes specific to diagnoses and procedures, using ICD and CPT codes. Receive and review patient charts and documents to ensure codes are accurate and sequenced correctly and in accordance with government and insurance were applicable. Ensure that all codes are current, active, and billable according to CCI. Other job-related information: Successful completion of a certification program from an accredited organization. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. Excellent typing and 10-key speed accuracy. Commitment to a high level of customer service. Superior mathematical skills. Familiarity with ICD-10 codes and procedures. Solid oral and written communication skills. Working knowledge of medical jargon and anatomy preferred. Able to work independently. Working Conditions: Climbing - Rarely Concentrating - Consistently Continuous Learning - Consistently Hearing: Conversation - Consistently Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently Interpersonal Communication - Consistently Kneeling - Rarely Lifting Apply To This Job