Certified Medical Coder

Advance Community Health • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Coder, is accountable for accurately reviewing, assigning, and validatingof billing codes for providers, ancillary staff, and assist with the training and education.  Code medical records utilizing ICD10-CM and CPT coding conventions. Review the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate/optimal reimbursement for professional charges. Abstract information from medical records following established methods and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of High school Diploma or GED.
• Certified Professional Coder, CPC
• 2-4 years medical coding experience
• Advanced ICD10-CM & CPT coding conventions
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Medical Terminology
• Coding software familiarity

Responsibilities

• Review the complex (problematic coding that needs research and reference checking) medical records and accurately code the primary/secondary diagnoses and procedures using utilizing ICD10-CM and CPT coding conventions- ICD10, CPT AND HCPCS coding (add HCPCS anywhere you have ICD 10/CPT).
• Sequence the diagnoses and procedures using coding guidelines. Abstract and compile data from medical records for appropriate optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges.
• Ensure coding accuracy for services provided across multiple specialties including primary care, women’s health, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services where applicable.
• Ensure quality and quantity of work performed through regular audits.
• Assist with research, development and presentation of continuing education programs on areas of specialization.
• Consult with and educate physicians on coding practices and conventions in order to provide detailed coding information. Communicate with nursing and ancillary services personnel for needed documentation for accurate coding.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes and surgical techniques through participation in continuing education programs to effectively apply ICD10-CM and CPT coding guidelines to outpatient diagnoses and procedures.

Benefits

• Company paid Medical premiums for Employee and two dependents.
• Dental, and Vision insurance
• 17.5 PTO days accrued + Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan company match
• All employees receive their Birthday Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED