Certified Coder

Radiology Associates LLP • Corpus Christi, TX

19h

About The Position

This role involves CPT and ICD coding for Radiology Procedures, assigning "Merit-based Incentive Payment System" codes (MIPs), and maintaining quality assurance standards for the department. The position requires reporting any discrepancies found in radiology reports, understanding insurance guidelines for medical necessity across all payers, and adhering to compliance rules for HIPPA, CMS, AMA, WHO, and OIG. The individual must be able to meet weekly/monthly deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Medical Coding certification through AAPC, AHIMA, RHIA or RHIT required
• Computer literate
• Detailed oriented
• Demonstrates initiative
• Time management
• Able to multi-task
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
• Familiar with current insurance guidelines
• Understands payer coding denials
• Highly organized to work effectively and efficiently
• Goal driven
• Uses comprehensive and critical thinking for problem solving
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Radiology preferred
• 2+ years current coding
• 2+ years in medical office or related setting

Responsibilities

• CPT and ICD coding Radiology Procedures
• Assign “Merit-based Incentive Payment System” codes (MIPs)
• Maintain quality assurance standards for department
• Report any discrepancies when reviewing radiology reports
• Ability to understand insurance guidelines regarding medical necessity for all payers
• Ability to understand compliance rules for HIPPA, CMS, AMA, WHO, and OIG
• Able to meet weekly/monthly deadlines with high degree of accuracy
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED