Summary of Position: The medical coder is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely filing of medical claims and bills to various payers and patients. This process includes review of medical encounter notes, application of appropriate procedure codes, diagnoses, and modifiers. Candidate must communicate effectively to providers and clinical staff on medical documentation guidelines. Candidate is required to perform other duties as requested based on the needs of the organization.
Required Knowledge & Skills/Abilities: *Understanding and use of best medical billing practices and strict adherence to regulations * Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes, as well as appropriate modifier usage * Familiar with billing all major medical insurances including Medicare, Tricare, and commercial payers * Ability to work independently and collectively toward team goals * Ability to communicate effectively and congenially with patients and staff members in person and over the phone * Organizational and problem-solving skills * Ability to navigate and accurately input within the EMR system * Ability to work on the computer for long stretches of time
Duties and Essential Job Functions: * Reviews medical documentation, works and monitors work queues to ensure a clean claim are submitted * Fielding patient and staff billing questions * Follow up on unpaid and denied claims for medical necessity or those that require coding review. * Work cooperatively with others, including appropriate communication with patients, providers, support staff and administration. * Comply with all company policies and procedures
Education and Experience * High school graduate or higher education * Medical coding certification* OB/Gyn and/or Primary Care billing coding knowledge desired * Knowledge of Epic and Athena EMR software is a plus
Physical Requirements * Must have the physical ability to execute the full performance of the duties of the position. * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Desired Traits * Dependable, reliable and self-starter * Detailed and critical thinking/analytical skills * Capacity to prioritize tasks and work independently
To apply for this position, please send resume:
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Job Type: Full-time
Work Remotely:
- Yes
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
- Medical Coding Certificate
Experience:
- Medical coding: 5 years (Preferred)
- OBGYN or primary care billing: 1 year (Required)
Salary:
- $24.00 – $27.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday