Certified Medical Coder

Job Summary

Reviewing system edits and assigning appropriate codes, the full-time Certified Medical Coder will ensure the production of quality healthcare data and accurate professional payment while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Reviews codes created by electronic charge capture and assigns appropriate codes through medical record documentation
• Ensures work queue responsibilities are handled within established guidelines and resolves issues preventing claims from being released
• Prepares reports for designated leaders to document recurring problems and collaborates to resolve invoice payment delays

Required qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with less than 1 year of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT, and HCPCS preferred
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy preferred
• AHIMA accreditation for RHIA or RHIT, or CCS certification preferred
• CPC from AAPC or CMC from Practice Management Institute preferred