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Senior Coding Specialist

Inside Higher Ed, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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We prioritize well‑being and professional growth. At Howard University, the Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions that contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

Here Is What We Offer

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support

Work‑Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements

Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match

Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths

Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

Responsibilities

Assign accurate and complete diagnosis and procedure codes for encounters across multiple specialties including, but not limited to, pediatrics, OBGYN, orthopedics, dermatology, internal medicine, psychiatry, and surgical services

Review clinical documentation for completeness and clarity, query providers when appropriate

Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations including CMS, CPT/ICD coding guidelines, and payer‑specific rules

Participate in internal audits and implement coding corrections or education as needed

Monitor coding denials, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions

Serve as a coding resource and provide guidance or training to peers and revenue cycle team members

Collaborate with clinical departments to clarify documentation and improve coding accuracy

Maintain productivity and accuracy standards as defined by department goals

Assist in the development and revision of internal coding policies, workflows, and education materials

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Detail‑oriented with a high level of accuracy

Effective written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Comfortable navigating multiple EMR and billing platforms

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure Required

High school diploma or GED

5+ years of professional coding experience in a multispecialty ambulatory or physician practice setting

Active CPC, CCS‑P, or equivalent certification from AAPC or AHIMA

Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD‑10‑CM, HCPCS, and modifier usage

Familiarity with EHR and PM systems, preferably Veradigm, Oracle Health EMR platforms

Working knowledge of payer‑specific billing guidelines and coding edits (CCI, MUEs, etc.)

Preferred

Associate’s degree in health information management, Health Sciences, or related field

Experience with audit response and clinical documentation improvement initiatives

Expected Pay Range: $53,000 to $57,000

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Online Audio and Video Media

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