Medical Coder
Occupations:
Health Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsMedical Records SpecialistsMedical TranscriptionistsClinical Data ManagersHealthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherIndustries:
Home Health Care ServicesOffices of PhysiciansSpecialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) HospitalsGeneral Medical and Surgical HospitalsOther Ambulatory Health Care ServicesThe medical coder will review, analyze, and assure the final diagnosis/procedures as stated by the practicing provider(s) are valid and complete and will accurately follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliancy with Federal and State regulations.
Essential Duties
Accurately assign medical codes to precisely reflect clinical documentation, assigns an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS) and audit transcription of physician notes into an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS).
Performs comprehensive review of records to assure presence of all component parts are indicated.
Ensures the integrity and precision of coded data.
Maintains optimal productivity levels while adhering to established coding quality.
Ensures proper submission of services prior to billing on pre-determined charges.
Accurately follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and state regulations.
Maintains compliance standards in accordance with the Compliance Policies and Code of Ethics.
Reports compliance problems appropriately.
Determines the final diagnosis and procedures stated by the physician(s) or health care provider(s) are valid and complete.
Maintains all mandatory in-service meetings and/or training.
Performs other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in job description.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
One (1) year experience using ICD-10CM, CPT, HCPCS; inpatient coding and billing.
Knowledge of medical records, electronic health records, knowledge of coding guidelines, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Federal Laws, Regulations, Code of Conduct.
Interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and/or medical office practices.
High School Diploma and/or College Degree.
Computer competency, knowledge of medical office software.
Certified Coder/Specialist Credentials or in process. Knowledge of Billing Practices (FQHC)
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000 to $45,000 Annually
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Benefit Conditions: A waiting period may apply