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Medical Associates is looking for a Certified Medical Coder to join our Business Office team! In this role, you will configure, maintain, and process claims and software to maximize accuracy and efficiency of claims payment.

Location:

Hybrid 4 days home, 1 day in office

Schedule:

Monday-Friday (1 day 7am - 5pm and 4 days 7am - 3:30pm)

Main Job Functions:

Work system claims scrubber error queue, independently making decisions to correct error identified in the queue before submission of claim. Responsible for configuration, research, testing, and maintenance of claims software to ensure maximum efficiency of the product. Review denied claims after submission for correct data. File appeals with insurance companies, follow up for payment, and create edits to reduce additional denials. Assist the business office staff by answering questions and providing them with information to assist them in correct coding and billing procedures. Complete all other assigned projects and duties.

Benefits Package includes:

Single or Family Health Insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation. 401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay + additional annual Profit Sharing Flexible Paid Time Off Program (24 days off/year) Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts Life insurance, Long Term Disability Coverage, Short Term Disability Coverage, Dental Insurance, etc.

Knowledge & Skills:

Experience:

Three years to five years of experience preferred. New graduates welcome to apply. Medical Coding training background required.

Education:

Two-year college degree. Certification in one of the following: RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CCA, or CCS must be obtained within one year of hire.

Interpersonal Skills:

A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or is usually of a personal or sensitive nature. Work may involve motivating or influencing others. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary.

Other Skills:

Claims software, CPT Coding, ICD-10 Coding.