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.
Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Revenue Cycle Management or Coding Supervisor, the Medical Group Coder will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder reviews and analyzes medical records to accurately select all forms of HCPCS service codes (HCPCS, CPT, CPTII, CPTIII) and
ICD-10-CM
codes for professional services of hospital-based primary care, psychiatric and other non-inpatient surgical providers. This includes services in the office or other outpatient settings and inpatient settings. Core Job Responsibilities Assign the applicable HCPCS (HCPCS, CPT, CPTII, CPTIII) service codes based on review and analysis of medical records, following CMS, CPT, insurance company, hospital based and office based guidelines. Assign applicable modifiers, review medical necessity, CCI and other internal and external coding edits. Assign applicable
ICD-10-CM
diagnosis codes based on knowledge of ICD-10-CM, insurance company, hospital based and office based guidelines. Submit queries to providers, clinical staff and managers regarding incomplete, unclear, or inconsistent documentation. Re-submit queries as necessary to ensure timely resolution. Provide education to providers and clinical staff regarding documentation and work flow opportunities. Assist departments with diagnostic and procedural coding Assist Business Office with insurance denials Perform other duties as required. Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED
Knowledge of EMR, electronic coding resources, Microsoft Office and email systems
PREFERRED
Minimum of completed professional coding coursework Knowledge of Epic, 3M ICD-10-CM and CPT software, Vitalware, Microsoft Office, Email systems Knowledge of CMS Teaching Physician Guidelines for Residents and Medical Students 2 years of hospital based professional coding experience Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED
CPC, CCS-P, or related AHIMA or AAPC professional certification
PREFERRED
CPC, CCS-P or related AHIMA or AAPC professional certification Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 98316 Department
MEDICAL GRP ADMIN
Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 8.50 FTE 1 Work Schedule
HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time Union Non-Union Pay Range $22.25 - $33.75 Per Hour
