Certified Medical Coder

The Cardiovascular Care Group•Springfield, NJ

9h•Remote

About The Position

Reporting to the Coding Manager, the Certified Medical Coder must have a current/active Certified Professional Coder (CPC or CCS) certification to provide quality review and analysis of a wide range of surgical and hospital outpatient coding, patient medical records and ensure accuracy of coding and maintain records in accordance with accepted medical and legal standards as well as provide the full range of billing support functions to ensure the efficient billing and collection of medical payments to the practice.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Certified Medical Coder, preferably in a hospital or busy medical office.
Surgical and hospital outpatient coding experience required
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Strong customer service and problem solving skills
Excellent attention to detail; thorough and accurate in work
Proficient with electronic health records systems
Demonstrated organization skills including ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
High School Diploma or equivalent
CPC or CCS certification that is current/active.
Proficient in medical terminology & anatomy and physiology.
Surgical coding: 2 years (Required)
CPC or CCS Certification (Required)

Nice To Haves

Completion of accredited medical coding program through AHIMA or AAPC preferred.

Responsibilities

Properly analyze coding services, procedures, diagnoses, and treatments.
Identify and resolve billing issues related to coding.
Code and bill vascular scans.
Assign ICD-10 DX and CPT Codes for outpatient surgical suite procedures.
Assign ICD-10 DX and CPT Codes for hospital consults and surgical procedures.
Post-surgical consults/charges, must review operative notes to ensure correct coding.
Perform other administrative duties (back up).