Medical Records Coding Technician jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

Medical Records Coding Technician abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns the appropriate ICD or CPT codes using industry-standard coding guidelines. Assigns required DRG (diagnosis-related grouping) codes. Being a Medical Records Coding Technician works with coding databases and software to input and maintain data according to standard procedures. Performs quality audits of work. Additionally, Medical Records Coding Technician maintains and up-to-date knowledge of coding and documentation requirements. Requires a medical coding certification. The exact type of coding certification may vary based on the clinical setting or a medical specialty focus. May require an associate degree. The AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is typically required. The Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification is also a typical requirement. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Records Coding Technician works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Medical Records Coding Technician typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Medical Records Clerk
  • Wexford Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME

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    POSITION:            Medical Records Clerk
    SCHEDULE:         Full-Time 40 Hours Per Week Monday through Friday
    FACILITY:             Nueces County Jail
    LOCATION:          Corpus Christi, TX
     
    A Job Should be MORE than just a paycheck.
     
    Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest correctional health care providers.  Over the past 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.
     
    The majority of our patients come from marginalized or impoverished backgrounds.  In many cases, our doctors, nurses, and behavioral health professionals represent the patient’s first experience with quality, compassionate health care.
     
    We heal and rehabilitate thousands of incarcerated patients every day.
    When you join Wexford Health, you do more than just further your career.
    You also become part of a team-a family-whose mission is to care for patients that cannot care for themselves.
     
    You change lives.
    You make a difference.
    If you are looking for a position that empowers you to do MORE… then look at Wexford Health.

    BENEFITS:
    We’re proud to offer a competitive benefits package including:

    • Annual review with performance increase
    • Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
    • Paid holidays
    • Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Dental and Vision insurance
    • 401(k) retirement saving plans
    • Company-paid short-term disability
    • Healthcare and dependent care spending account
    POSITION SUMMARY
    The Medical Records Clerk is responsible and accountable for the maintenance of health records. In this capacity, the employee organizes and maintains a system of health files and logs concerning patient diagnosis, treatments, admissions, discharges and daily patient census changes. The employee is expected to exercise good judgment and confidentiality, and function independently.
    DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Maintain a system and update facility health status requirements for inmate physical, laboratory, PPD, etc.
    2. File loose documentation generated from inside and outside institutions, such as: laboratory reports, radiology results, completed consultation reports, progress notes, etc.
    3. Ensure the security and confidentiality of all medical records information
    4. Retrieve medical charts for all healthcare staff or clinics, as requested
    5. Validate forms for the releases of information are current, accurate and complete as defined by HIPAA.
    6. Retrieve, deliver, and file health records daily as needed.
    7. File daily all currently used medical records to ensure ease of availability.
    8. Check to ensure that health files are complete (contains all necessary documents), with all loose notes properly secured, and in the correct sections.
    9. Ensure that the guidelines for hardcopy clinical entries are met at all times (use of hardcopy when Electronic Health Records is not available).
    10. Release information at the direction of the Health Services Administrator or designee.  Refer any requests of a questionable nature to supervisor.
    11. Assist Health Services Administrator in preparing periodic statistical reports and other management information system requirements. Maintain logs for appropriate medical unit onsite staff.
    12. Answer telephone, relay messages and transfer calls as appropriate.
    13. Perform clerical/technical duties including typing and distributing letters, reports and memos.
    14. Maintain a roster of appointment book based on scheduled appointments for both on and off-site appointment.
    15. Maintain cabinets and shelves used for supporting the health files
    16. Understand State, facility and company policies, procedures and protocols as relate to the medical records department.  Meet timelines as relates to death records, released inmate’s health records and case management, departmental productivity guidelines.
    17. Makes suggestions for improving work conditions to the HSA.
    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    LICENSING: None required
    CERTIFICATION: Current CPR Certification
    EDUCATION: High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
    PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:  Minimum one (1) year medical record experience; correctional experience a plus
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MEDICAL BILLING & CODING INSTRUCTOR (PART-TIME POOL)
  • Del Mar College
  • Corpus Christi, TX PART_TIME
  • Department Continuing Education Position Type Non-Exempt Employment Status Part-Time Salary $ 25.00 per hour Open Date 12/07/2020 Close Date Open Until Filled No Position Summary Information Job Descr...
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Medical Laboratory Technician
  • Corpus Christi Medical Center
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Medical Laboratory Technician with Corpus Christi Medical Center you can be a par...
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Medical Laboratory Technician PRN
  • Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Medical Laboratory Technician PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Corpus Christi Medical...
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Medical Laboratory Technician
  • Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an...
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Automotive Technician with Mike Shaw Kia
  • Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
  • Corpus Christi, TX FULL_TIME
  • Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, K...
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Clinical Pharmacist - Retail Pharmacy - PRN
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies and provide drug information....
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Pharmacy Technician I - Pharmacy
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to provide pharmacy servi...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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INSTRUMENT DATA MGMT COORDINATOR
  • Koch Industries
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Your Job The Instrument Data Management Coordinator is responsible for managing new and existing instrumentation records...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Clinical Pharmacist - Pharmacy
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies and provide drug information....
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Pharmacy Technician II Certified - HPG Quick Care Clinic
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to provide pharmacy servi...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Clinical Pharmacist I - Pharmacy
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies and provide drug information....
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Field Maintenance Technician
  • Holt Group
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • This position is responsible for performing high-quality lubrication and periodic maintenance service work on heavy equi...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Pharmacy Tech I - Pharmacy
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to provide pharmacy servi...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Corpus Christi, Texas

Corpus Christi (/ˌkɔːrpəs ˈkrɪsti/), colloquially Corpus (Latin: Body of Christ), is a coastal city in the South Texas region of the U.S. state of Texas. The county seat of Nueces County, it also extends into Aransas, Kleberg, and San Patricio Counties. It is 130 miles southeast of San Antonio. Its political boundaries encompass Nueces Bay and Corpus Christi Bay. Its zoned boundaries include small land parcels or water inlets of three neighboring counties. The city's population was estimated to be 320,434 in 2014, making it the eighth-most populous city in Texas. The Corpus Christi metropolita...
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