Primary Care Coder

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Primary Care Coder to accurately assign ICD-10 CPT and applicable modifier codes to patient health information across a variety of outpatient and clinical practice settings. This role supports coding activities for internal medicine family practice pediatrics hospitalist services walk-in clinics specialty practice evaluation and management services and emergency department encounters. The Coding Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring accurate documentation data retrieval claim processing and reimbursement.

The ideal candidate will maintain a strong understanding of coding and reimbursement guidelines while consistently producing accurate code assignments with minimal errors. This position requires attention to detail knowledge of regulatory requirements and a commitment to supporting compliance revenue integrity and high-quality patient care through precise and timely coding practices.

Primary Department Division or Unit:

Coding and Reimbursement UHS Revenue Cycle Operations

Primary Work Shift:

Day

Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation Range:

per hour depending on experience

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• Assign accurate ICD-10 diagnosis CPT procedure and HCPCS codes including appropriate modifiers in accordance with payer requirements regulatory standards and organizational policies.

• Review clinical documentation to ensure coding accuracy completeness and compliance with reimbursement guidelines.

• Enter and validate professional and technical charges based on medical record documentation and established departmental procedures.

• Monitor and resolve coding-related work queues claim edits and billing exceptions in a timely manner to support clean claim submission.

• Query physicians and other healthcare providers to clarify incomplete ambiguous or conflicting documentation necessary for accurate code assignment.

• Abstract and document pertinent patient and encounter information from medical records using designated coding and billing software applications.

• Maintain established productivity quality and accuracy standards while identifying and escalating coding concerns to leadership as appropriate.

• Stay current with ICD-10 CPT HCPCS Medicare Medicaid commercial payer and regulatory coding requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.

• Adhere to patient confidentiality release of information medical record amendment and other medico-legal policies in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.

• Uphold the AHIMA and AAPC Standards of Ethical Coding while completing required continuing education activities and maintaining applicable coding certifications.

Minimum:

• High School Diploma

• 1 year relative medical billing or coding experience

Preferred:

• Associates Degree in HIT with RHIT or CPC CCA CCS-P or CCS certification.

• 3 years of medical coding/billing experiences

• CPT and ICD-10 coding knowledge.

• Ability to read and understand explanation of benefits and ANSI/remark codes.

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At United Health Services (UHS) we believe every connectionto patients to purpose to each othermakes a difference. Thats why were intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits personal growth or fun along the way were here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils peer recognition and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work we stay connected through team events like trivia trunk-or-treat volunteer days our staff choir or seasonal celebrations.

Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family We offer medical dental and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24 hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance legal services and identity theft protection.

Well-Being & Financial Security From day one PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match flexible spending accounts access to financial advisors and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough were here with 24/7 EAP counseling virtual mental health support a food pantry PTO donation program and professional attire through the Classy Closet.

Growth That Moves with You With access to 100000 online courses leadership programs tuition reimbursement clinical ladders and internal mobility we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

A Place to Call Home Located in New Yorks Southern Tier UHS offers more than a careerwe offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation affordable living top-rated schools minor league sports craft brews a close-knit community and more all within reach of the Finger Lakes the Catskills and major Northeast cities.

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United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned not-for-profit healthcare system in New Yorks Southern Tier comprising four hospitals long-term care and home care services and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the regions population produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact and boasts a workforce of more than 6300 employees and providers.

At UHS our work is guided by our Values of Compassion Trust Respect Teamwork and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our missionwed love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.