Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

What You'll Do6

• Examine inpatient medical records to assign accurate ICD-10 and CPT codes following current guidelines.
• Check clinical documentation for completeness, accuracy, and coding integrity.
• Compare AI-generated clinical notes and summaries against actual documentation and coding standards.
• Assign ICD and CPT/HCPCS codes to AI-generated diagnostic and procedural details from the record.
• Spot and resolve coding discrepancies to maintain data integrity and accurate abstraction.
• Input AI-generated patient information into inpatient and outpatient medical record databases.

Requirements5

• Active coding certification such as CCS, CIC, COC, RHIA, or RHIT from AHIMA or AAPC.
• Hands-on experience with ICD-10 coding.
• Access to current official ICD-10 and CPT coding books plus E&M guidelines.
• Current work in medical coding, clinical documentation improvement, or a closely related documentation role.
• At least 10 hours of availability each week.

Who Should Apply

Certified inpatient coders with active CCS, CIC, or similar credentials and current ICD-10 coding experience. You should be comfortable reviewing clinical documentation and working with AI-generated notes. At least 10 hours per week and access to up-to-date coding books are required.

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