Coding Specialist - Outpatient - Non-Exempt

At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day. With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day. Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm Location: Remote Mississippi Job Description Summary Job Description Position Overview: The Outpatient Coding Specialist will evaluate medical records and charges, as appropriate, to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with the International Classification of Diseases Manual - Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), and the American Medical Association’s Current Procedural Terminology Manual (CPT). Reviews medical records to identify diagnosis codes and CPT procedures relative to the patient’s encounter. Selects the first listed diagnosis and principal procedure, along with other diagnoses and procedures using outpatient ICD-10-CM coding conventions and guidelines as well as the general and disease specific guidelines. Abstracts appropriate information from the medical record. Solicits clarification from the physician regarding ambiguous or conflicting documentation in the medical record as well as querying for medical necessity. Ensure all coding complies with the ethical coding standards/guidelines and regulatory requirements. Maintains strictest confidentiality; adher