Certified Medical Coder

Job Summary

Working remotely in a full-time capacity, the Certified Medical Coder will review system edits, assign appropriate codes from coding classification systems, and prepare reports to ensure quality healthcare data and accurate professional payment.

Key responsibilities:

• Review and assign appropriate codes through medical record documentation, ensuring accuracy and adherence to workflow guidelines
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues preventing claims from being released, identifying the causes of edits through patient encounter reviews
• Prepare reports for designated leaders to document recurring problems and collaborate on resolving invoice payment delays

Required qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent with less than 1 year of relevant experience, or an 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 AAPC certification as CPC or CMC preferred