Certified Medical Coder

Certified Medical Coder 41715 Winchester Road, Temecula, CA 92590 Hybrid work $20

• $50 an hour
• Full-time $20
• $50 an hour
• Full-time About us Medical group in fast paced environment, located in Southern California.

JOB DESCRIPTION

++++Remote employment is optional+++++ We relate our success directly to the strength of the support provided by our administrative team. To continue operating at our high standards, we're seeking an experienced Medical Coder to join our team. As an ideal candidate, you're extremely detail-oriented, and quality and quantity are equally important to you. Ultimately, you're driven by the desire to maximize our coding efficiency and earn the highest reimbursement possible to compliment the high-quality patient care that our team provides. This is an On-Site position; NO overseas candidates or third-party vendors.

OBJECTIVES OF THIS ROLE

Manage the program for high-quality, timely coding of diagnoses and procedures for outpatient accounts, using ICD-10, CPT-4, and HCPCS coding classification systems, to meet billing system requirements Work closely with providers, technicians, insurance companies, and other integral parties to uncover and discuss coding analysis results

DAILY & MONTHLY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Performs quality checks and communicates with the appropriate medical provider the document deficiencies identified. Works closely with the members of the Clinic Staff to perform the ICD-10 and CPT coding activities of the electronic health record (EHR) with the highest possible degree of accuracy. Performs timely and accurate coding of the purpose of visit (diagnosis) to the most specific codes available, services provided (procedures and/or evaluation and management level of care) for all ambulatory outpatient encounters. Reviews the patient record to ensure consistency and adequacy. Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered. Reviews the patient record for compliance with established third-party reimbursement agencies and special screening criteria. Abstracts and interprets data from patient records in preparation for submission of third-party billing claims. Assist in implementing solutions, such as conducting trend analysis to develop training presentations, to reduce back-end billing errors. Maintains client information in the strictest confidence as medical privileged personal information, following HIPAA confidentiality expectations. Assists the Billing Manager on troubleshooting medical documentation errors and system updates to ensure data integrity and medical record accuracy. All other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

License or Certification:

Current Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or equivalent credential.

Minimum Education:

Associate's degree in health information systems or business is preferred.

Machines, Equipment Used:

General office equipment such as computer/laptop, telephone, copy/fax machine, calculator, scanner, etc.

Physical Requirements:

Visual acuity, speech recognition, speech clarity.

Skills and Abilities:

Oral communication, written communication, fluency in English, active listening. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Environmental Conditions:

Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Handicapped accessible.

Proficiency or Productivity Standards:

Exemplifies regular, reliable, and predictable attendance and punctuality. May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. This position will support cultural diversity by promoting and maintaining an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Analytical thinking skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment when making decisions Must be customer service-oriented and prepared to educate providers Extremely organized and detail-oriented Ability to spend long periods of time sitting at a desk

Required Experience:

2 to 3 years in medical coding

Preferred Experience:

5 to 7 years in medical coding

Preferred Experience:

athenaNet, Cerner, and All Scripts EHRs We appreciate your interest in this position. Please note that we will review all applications thoroughly, and if your qualifications match our requirements, we will contact you directly.

• Please refrain from making any follow-up calls or emails regarding your application status. Thank you for your understanding and patience

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00

• $50.

00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Temecula, CA 92590: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

ICD-10: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Certified Professional Coder or equivalent certification (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Temecula, CA 92590