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Primary Care Associates
Certified Medical Coder
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What they do
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.
$65,047 / year median in Kansas
-13% projected decline
Job Description
Certified Medical Coder Primary Care Associates - 3.8 Wichita, KS Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Medical coding Writing skills Copy machines Medical office experience Certified Professional Coder Clinical information systems Medical billing Multi-line phone systems Faxing Documentation review Full Job Description PCA is seeking a Certified Professional Coder with a minimum of one year of experience in a hospital and/or clinic setting coding, preferably in Family Medicine. Must be proficient in EMR's, can multi-take, follow coding guidelines, excellent communication skills bother verbally and in writing. They will conduct audits and code reviews on all documentation of medical providers to ensure accuracy and optimum billing recoupment are met for PCA.
Responsibilities:
Posting and correcting claims Assist with denials and appeals regarding coding issues Work with daily charges, consults and surgeries Assist with NCCI edits and claim denials Create and manage charge reconciliation monthly reports Assists patients, facilities and staff with coding questions Code charges using correct CPT and ICD9/10 codes Perform chart audits Educate Physicians and staff on current coding rules Reconcile lab charges Other duties as requested and assignedQualifications :
- Primary Care or Family Practice coding experience preferred
- 1+ years of billing and coding experience in a Medical Office setting required
- CPC Certification required
Physical Requirements :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Skill in appropriate documentation and records maintenance. Skill in the usage of PC, multi-line phone, copier, fax, and printer. Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply written guidelines and procedures to standard work practice. Ability to speak effectively before individuals and/or groups. Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information. Movements are frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together. Average, ordinary, visual acuity is necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery. Prolonged periods of sitting, standing or walking may be required, and should be able to transport approximately 0-25lbs of charts or files.Working Conditions:
Busy Family Practice setting Contact with Physicians, staff, patients, outside medical practices, and insurance companiesJob Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceExperience:
Medical coding: 2 years (Preferred)Medical Billing:
2 years (Preferred)License/Certification:
Certified Professional Coder (Preferred)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance