UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Surgical Certified Procedural Coding Specialist
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Surgical Certified Procedural Coding Specialist
Remote coding position, work from home. The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist – Surgical will work under supervision and reads/ interprets health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Key Position Details
Closing Date: January 22, 2026
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Clinical Support
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience
Responsibilities
Assess the adequacy of health record documentation to ensure that it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned.
Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, clinical disease processes, pharmacology, and diagnostic and procedural terminology to assign accurate codes to diagnoses and procedures.
Apply knowledge of disease processes and surgical procedures to assign non-indexed medical terms to the appropriate class in the classification/nomenclature system.
Apply knowledge of Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) definitions to select the principal diagnosis and principal procedures; apply knowledge of Prospective Payment System to confirm DRGs as well as APCs.
Possess a complete understanding of ICD-10 and CPT coding classification systems; apply knowledge of coding to assist patient billing Services to submit clean claims for medical necessity.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED.
Understanding of CPT and ICD-10.
One of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
Two (2) years of coding experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's in Health Information Management.
One of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
Bachelor’s degree in health information management or related field.
Preferred RHIA or RHIT.
Required Documents to Apply
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission)
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume
Additional Information Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, drug testing, and/or education verification.
Physical Activity: Constant - Manipulate items with fingers, keyboarding, repetitive motion, sitting. Frequent - Hearing, talking. Occasional - Standing, stooping, walking.
Benefits Eligible Yes
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks available for benefits eligible positions only: Medical, Dental and Vision plans; Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave; Education discount for staff and dependents; Retirement up to 10% matched contribution; 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.
Recruitment Contact Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
Application Notice All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Key Position Details
Closing Date: January 22, 2026
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Clinical Support
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience
Responsibilities
Assess the adequacy of health record documentation to ensure that it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned.
Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, clinical disease processes, pharmacology, and diagnostic and procedural terminology to assign accurate codes to diagnoses and procedures.
Apply knowledge of disease processes and surgical procedures to assign non-indexed medical terms to the appropriate class in the classification/nomenclature system.
Apply knowledge of Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) definitions to select the principal diagnosis and principal procedures; apply knowledge of Prospective Payment System to confirm DRGs as well as APCs.
Possess a complete understanding of ICD-10 and CPT coding classification systems; apply knowledge of coding to assist patient billing Services to submit clean claims for medical necessity.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED.
Understanding of CPT and ICD-10.
One of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
Two (2) years of coding experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's in Health Information Management.
One of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
Bachelor’s degree in health information management or related field.
Preferred RHIA or RHIT.
Required Documents to Apply
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission)
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume
Additional Information Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, drug testing, and/or education verification.
Physical Activity: Constant - Manipulate items with fingers, keyboarding, repetitive motion, sitting. Frequent - Hearing, talking. Occasional - Standing, stooping, walking.
Benefits Eligible Yes
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks available for benefits eligible positions only: Medical, Dental and Vision plans; Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave; Education discount for staff and dependents; Retirement up to 10% matched contribution; 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.
Recruitment Contact Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
Application Notice All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
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