Medical Coder

The 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