Medical Coder

Job Description Description:Coding & Documentation• Accurately code radiation oncology diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems• Code all radiation therapy modalities including IMRT, IGRT, 3D-CRT, brachytherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, and other specialized treatments• Review and analyze clinical documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness for coding purposes• Assign appropriate evaluation and management (E/M) codes for physician services• Code both professional and technical components for radiation oncology services• Perform daily charge reconciliation for professional and technical chargesCompliance & Quality• Ensure coding compliance with Medicare policies, LCD requirements, and payer-specific guidelines• Stay current with changes to CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes, particularly those affecting radiation oncology• Review coding edits and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner• Maintain coding accuracy rates in accordance with department standards• Participate in internal and external coding audits as needed• Identify and communicate documentation improvement opportunities to clinical staffCollaboration & Communication• Work closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, and radiation therapists to clarify documentation when necessary• Communicate with billing staff to resolve coding-related issues and claim denials• Assist with training and education for clinical staff on documentation requirements• Respond to payer inquiries regarding coding and billing questionsRequirements:Education• Associate degree in Health Information Management, Medical Coding, or related field preferred• High school diploma or equivalent requiredExperience• 1-3 years of medical coding experience, with radiation oncology coding experience highly preferred• Experience coding evaluation and management services• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiologyCertifications• Active coding certification required: CPC (Certified Professional Coder), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), COC (Certified Outpatient Coder), or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician)• ROCC (Radiation Oncology Certified Coder) certification strongly preferredSkills & Competencies• Proficiency with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding manuals• Knowledge of Medicare regulations and compliance requirements• Familiarity with ASTRO/ACR Guide to Radiation Oncology Coding• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy• Ability to work independently and meet productivity standards• Proficient in electronic health and medical records (HER/EMR) and practice management systems• Strong communication skills, both written and verbalPreferred Qualifications• Current ROCC certification from AMAC• Experience with radiation oncology-specific EMR systems• Experience with coding for multiple radiation oncology physicians• Understanding of radiation physics and treatment planning conceptsWorking Conditions• Remote work option available.• Standard business hours to working within Eastern time zone.• Minimal physical requirements; primarily sedentary work at computer workstation