UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Inpatient Certified Procedural Coding Specialist
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Inpatient Certified Procedural Coding Specialist
– UAMS – University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Closing Date: 11/21/2025. Position Type: Clinical Staff – Clinical Support, Regular. Shift: Remote. Sponsorship Available: No. Institution: UAMS.
Job Description The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist – Inpatient reads and interprets health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the current inpatient encounter visit and assesses the adequacy of the health record documentation to ensure it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned. The specialist completes the final review of the medical record, selects appropriate ICD‑10 and CPT codes within designated deadlines, reviews documentation for medical necessity, reviews records upon admission and periodically throughout hospitalization to assign working diagnosis and DRG, expected length of stay, and identification of Core Measure cases as assigned, and collaborates with Clinical Documentation Specialists II to identify and address deficiencies.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
HS/GED; current CPC, CCS, RHIA, or RHIT certification (must obtain CCS within 12 months of hire); self‑directed with critical thinking and collaborative abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate’s degree with two years of coding or HS diploma with four years of coding experience; two years of inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility, in a multi‑service/specialty setting.
Additional Responsibilities
Complete final review of medical record and select appropriate ICD‑10 and CPT codes within 4 days of patient discharge as assigned.
Review documentation to match appropriate codes with documentation for medical necessity.
Review records upon admission and periodically throughout hospitalization to assign working diagnosis, DRG, expected length of stay, and identification of Core Measure cases as assigned.
Work collaboratively with the Clinical Documentation Specialists II to identify and address documentation deficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family.
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave.
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS.
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000.
Career Training and Educational Opportunities.
Merchant Discounts.
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.
Salary Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents for Application
List of three professional references (name, email, business title).
Resume.
Pre‑Employment Screening
Criminal Background Check.
This position is subject to pre‑employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Physical Activity Requirements
Constant:
Manipulate items with fingers, keyboarding, repetitive motion, sitting.
Frequent:
Grasping, hearing, reaching, talking.
Occasional:
Crouching, feeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, standing, stooping, walking.
Benefits Eligible Yes.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
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– UAMS – University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Closing Date: 11/21/2025. Position Type: Clinical Staff – Clinical Support, Regular. Shift: Remote. Sponsorship Available: No. Institution: UAMS.
Job Description The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist – Inpatient reads and interprets health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the current inpatient encounter visit and assesses the adequacy of the health record documentation to ensure it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned. The specialist completes the final review of the medical record, selects appropriate ICD‑10 and CPT codes within designated deadlines, reviews documentation for medical necessity, reviews records upon admission and periodically throughout hospitalization to assign working diagnosis and DRG, expected length of stay, and identification of Core Measure cases as assigned, and collaborates with Clinical Documentation Specialists II to identify and address deficiencies.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
HS/GED; current CPC, CCS, RHIA, or RHIT certification (must obtain CCS within 12 months of hire); self‑directed with critical thinking and collaborative abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate’s degree with two years of coding or HS diploma with four years of coding experience; two years of inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility, in a multi‑service/specialty setting.
Additional Responsibilities
Complete final review of medical record and select appropriate ICD‑10 and CPT codes within 4 days of patient discharge as assigned.
Review documentation to match appropriate codes with documentation for medical necessity.
Review records upon admission and periodically throughout hospitalization to assign working diagnosis, DRG, expected length of stay, and identification of Core Measure cases as assigned.
Work collaboratively with the Clinical Documentation Specialists II to identify and address documentation deficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family.
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave.
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS.
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000.
Career Training and Educational Opportunities.
Merchant Discounts.
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.
Salary Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents for Application
List of three professional references (name, email, business title).
Resume.
Pre‑Employment Screening
Criminal Background Check.
This position is subject to pre‑employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Physical Activity Requirements
Constant:
Manipulate items with fingers, keyboarding, repetitive motion, sitting.
Frequent:
Grasping, hearing, reaching, talking.
Occasional:
Crouching, feeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, standing, stooping, walking.
Benefits Eligible Yes.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
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