University of Arkansas for Medical Science
Surgical Certified Procedural Coding Specialist
University of Arkansas for Medical Science, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Closing Date: 01/22/2026
Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Clinical Support
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Department:
FIN | CORE Coding - PB Surgery
Department's Website:
(Not provided)
Summary of Job Duties Remote Coding Position. Will 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.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
Must have an understanding of CPT and ICD-10.
Must have one of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
Must have two (2) years of coding experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates or Bachelor's in Health Information Management.
Must have one of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
OR
Bachelor's degree in health information management or related field.
Preferred RHIA or RHIT.
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 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.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents (None specified)
Special Instructions to Applicants Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
Notes and Requirements 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.
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 may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements: 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.
Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting.
Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Talking.
Occasional Physical Activity: Standing, Stooping, Walking.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Clinical Support
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Department:
FIN | CORE Coding - PB Surgery
Department's Website:
(Not provided)
Summary of Job Duties Remote Coding Position. Will 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.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
Must have an understanding of CPT and ICD-10.
Must have one of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
Must have two (2) years of coding experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates or Bachelor's in Health Information Management.
Must have one of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA.
OR
Bachelor's degree in health information management or related field.
Preferred RHIA or RHIT.
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 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.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents (None specified)
Special Instructions to Applicants Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
Notes and Requirements 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.
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 may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements: 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.
Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting.
Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Talking.
Occasional Physical Activity: Standing, Stooping, Walking.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
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