Certified Medical Coder

Job Summary

Working remotely on a part-time basis, the Certified Medical Coder will perform advanced coding tasks, including the abstraction and analysis of medical documentation, while ensuring compliance with coding rules and addressing coding denials.

Key responsibilities

• Review and assign medical codes based on documentation, adhering to coding guidelines
• Resolve coding denials and provide feedback for claim corrections
• Respond to coding information requests and communicate improvement opportunities to relevant parties

Required qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience as a medical coder
• Associate's degree preferred
• Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
• Preferred certifications include RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or CMC