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Certified Professional Coder

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A Medical Coder organizes and reviews patient medical records and assigns codes for each diagnosis and treatment. Prepares coded information for use by health care insurers or for research. May retrieve information for clinicians and billing offices. Works in healthcare facilities.

$64,895 / year median in Colorado

-9% projected decline

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Job Description

Position Purpose The Coder is responsible for reviewing & posting all charges received from the physicians in a timely manner. Essential Job Functions Posts provider charges for designated locations in a 24hr period upon receipt of charge. Checks doctors' ICD10 coding and CPT4 codes against the documentation for accuracy. Discusses any questionable choices with the physician so ensure accurate claims filing. Demonstrates effective and efficient work habits by completing daily tasks related to the billing function. Runs a Daily Charge Entry Report for all charge batches completed that day and balances totals to the batch. Interacts with other areas of the Center and facilities to foster good communication and a positive work environment. Understand and adhere to all HIPAA regulations to maintain our patients' privacy. Requires regular, predictable attendance. Flexibility is essential for success and on occasion, our employees may be asked to complete projects and tasks that could be outside of their normal scope of duties. Required Competencies Effective Communication
  • both verbal and written Documentation and Information Recording
  • Possess excellent attention to detail as well as data entry skills. Customer Service
  • Ability to respond to questions appropriately and listen attentively. Professionalism
  • Build solid working relationships and support co-workers to foster a friendly work environment. Time Management
  • Must be able to work under pressure and complete projects according to established timeframes.
  • Demonstrated comfort with Windows-based computer systems.
  • Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and billing software.
  • Knowledge of general principles of coding and billing. Required Experience and Certification
  • 3 years experience in all areas of physician billing
  • Certified Coder within 1 year of hire Preferred Competencies and Experience
  • 5 years experience in all areas of physician billing
  • Certified Professional Coder Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, or sit for extended periods of time.
Physical demands:
percentage of time spent in each activity (estimate) Walking 10%
  • assisting patients, delivering information personally to other departments, collaborating with other department employees. Sitting 90%
  • answering the telephone, scheduling appointments and procedures in the call center, working at the front desk, working on the computer.
Number of pounds that must be lifted, carried, pushed or pulled: up to 20lbs. Climbing on step ladders to reach top shelves, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, fingering (like keyboarding, controls on a scanner, fax, etc.) Ability to speak clearly to be understood by our patients and employees. Ability to hear within normal range. Acuity near and far. Ability to see within normal parameters, and to distinguish colors. Ability to work for extensive periods at computer keyboarding. Works in a well-lit heated/air-conditioned environment. Temperatures between 68 and 74 degrees. Work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Equipment used Computer, printer, multi-line telephone, headset, fax machine, scanner, postage machine Benefits We are proud to offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, identity theft protection, a monthly HSA contribution, a 401(k) option with employer matching, 7 paid holidays, a personal holiday, a generous PTO package, a quarterly bonus program, an Employee Assistance program, voluntary accident and critical illness benefits, professional development opportunities, and of course, an awesome work environment! Equal Employment Opportunity Committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military, or veteran status.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.74
  • $27.
22 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Experience:
CPT coding: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Certified Professional Coder (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Fort Collins, CO 80525 (Required)
Work Location:
In person