Medical Coder
$45,219,200–$60,777,600 year
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Abstract provider services into billable CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes from medical documentation in accordance with AAPC, AHIMA, and NAMAS ethics and payer guidelines. Post and reconcile hospital setting charges daily, then communicate with providers regarding medical necessity, unspecified diagnoses, or incomplete documentation. Reference coding resources to ensure accuracy and assist the AR Specialist with complex denials by creating appeal letters and supporting documentation. Maintain confidentiality while working independently under productivity standards, continuing education through provided resources like Encoder Pro.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical billing and/or coding
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English, verbally, and written
- Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Must be able to work well under productivity standards
- Must be able to prioritize and balance the workload on short and long-term company needs
- Must be able to work independently
- Must be able to solve problems efficiently and accurately
- Able to create channels of communication to obtain information necessary to perform job tasks
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a high-volume workload
- Have experience properly coding (CPT, HCPCS, & ICD-10) services from the medical documentation in accordance with the coding ethics of AAPC, AHIMA, and NAMAS
Desired Qualifications
- Additional languages
- Excellent customer service and phone etiquette skills
- Certifications in Medical Billing and Coding
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