Full Time Cardiology Coder Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides coding and coding-auditing services for physician and facility documentation
• Reviews operative reports and clinical documentation to accurately assign CPT, ICD, and HCPCS codes using current NCCI guidelines and LCD coverage determinations
• Ensures timely and accurate charge capture to support efficient billing and optimal revenue cycle performance
• Serves as a liaison to physicians and clinical teams by offering coding education, feedback on documentation quality, and recommendations for improvement
• Maintains compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and payer-specific rules. Supports cross-coverage needs and upholds departmental best practices

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Cardiology Coder (CCC)
• 2+ years of physician billing experience, including at least 1 year of coding experience abstracting from medical records
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Knowledge of ICD-9/10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC)
• Certified ASC Coder Credential (CASCC)

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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