Certified Medical Coder

Position Overview

Our Billing Co. is seeking a Certified Medical Coder to review medical documentation and assign correct CPT and diagnosis codes. Apply to join our team!

Location: Fully remote

Salary: $23.00 - $25.30

Compensation: Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to market data, education, experience, qualifications, and expertise of the individual and internal equity considerations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review E/M, diagnostic and procedural documentation and assign correct CPT and diagnosis codes.
• Work with RCM team to identify patterns, trends and variations in coding and documentation practices.
• Prepare documentation summary/findings to support development of corrective action plans.
• Assist management team in the development of effective education programs for staff.
• Provide on-going guidance to RCM team on the correct use of modifiers.
• Assist RCM team with documentation required to appeal claims and overturn denials.
• Assess claims to ensure adherence with payer guidelines.
• Research and work collaboratively with clinic staff to capture all billing activities (e-bill management).
• May require access to additional information systems (EMR or Data Warehouse).
• Respond to RCM team and vendors promptly to address information needed for claim resubmission and denial resolution.
• Assist in the development of protocols and workflows to ensure correct billing and maximum reimbursement.
• Maintain productivity and accuracy standards as determined by each division.
• Deliver exemplary customer service to provide a positive experience across the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• Current CPC, CCS, RHIA or RHIT certification required.
• Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology required.
• Ability to multi-task required, with strong organizational skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills with ability to utilize computer programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1-3 years of progressive coding experience preferred.
• Experience working in an EMR system preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive benefits package offered by Our Billing Co.