Medical Coder’s mission is to review, analyze, and assure the final diagnosis/procedures as stated by the practicing provider(s) are valid and complete. Coding must accurately follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations.
Essential Duties:
- Audits transcription of physician notes into an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)
- Performs comprehensive review of record, to assure presence of all component parts are indicated
- Evaluates record documentation of consistency and adequacy
- 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
- Attends all mandatory in-service meetings and/or training
- Performs other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in job description
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- One (1) year experience using ICD-10CM, CPT, HCPCS Inpatient Coding and Billing
- Knowledge of Medical Records, Electronic Health Records, coding guidelines, policies and Procedures and knowledge of Federal Laws, Regulations and Code of Conduct
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills and/or Medical Office Practices.
- High School Diploma and/or College Degree
- Computer competency and 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: $19.23/hour
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Location: One Location
Benefit Conditions: A waiting period may apply