Stanislaus Cardiology

The Certified Cardiology Coder plays a critical role in accurately translating cardiology medical records into standardized codes used for billing and documentation. This position requires expertise in cardiology procedures and coding standards to ensure compliance and data integrity. The coder works closely with clinicians and utilizes specific coding software alongside manual coding processes to support effective claims processing and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assign accurate codes based on cardiology medical records
• Review and audit medical records for coding compliance
• Ensure data accuracy and adherence to coding guidelines
• Generate reports related to coding and billing activities
• Analyze patient data for completeness and coding accuracy
• Conduct coding audits to identify discrepancies and improve processes
• Collaborate with clinicians to clarify documentation and coding queries
• Process claims efficiently to support timely reimbursement

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in medical coding
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified Cardiology Coder (CCC) certification
• Proficient in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and cardiology procedures
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
• Effective communication skills for collaboration and reporting
• Strong time management skills to meet deadlines

This position is responsible for patient triage and implementation of nursing processes and patient care including but not limited to patient education regarding medications, disease process and etiology including risk factors that can be modified by patient.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

1. Responsible for obtaining precise, detailed information regarding patient symptoms, current medications in order to assist the Physician in responding to patient needs.

2. Implement Physician instructions

3. Call in patient medication refills

4. Provide patients with instructions and information regarding diet, disease process, disease management, modification risk factors, and verbal instructions on new medication/and or changes in medication.

5. Responsible to inform patients of medication orders, lab results, text results and any other information directed by physician

6. Order tests as directed by physician

7. Monitor anti coagulation therapies to ensure patient safety and compliance.

8. Act as liaison between physician and outside specialty groups/internal facilities.

9. Responsible for updating patient medications in computer prior to office visits.

10. Projects assigned by physicians as needed

Qualifications:

1. Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse

2. 2-4 years experience as a Nurse. Experience in Cardiology a plus

3. Associates Degree and Successful completion of Nursing Program or/ Bachelors Degree and completion of Nursing Program.

4. Basic Knowledge in the Microsoft environment

5. Ability to read EKG (basic rhythms)