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