Certified Medical Coder

Medical Associates • Dubuque, IA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Medical Associates is looking for a Certified Medical Coder to join our Business Office team! In this role, you will configure, maintain, and process claims and software to maximize accuracy and efficiency of claims payment.

Requirements

• Medical Coding training background required.
• Two-year college degree.
• Certification in one of the following: RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CCA, or CCS must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Claims software, CPT Coding, ICD-10 Coding.

Nice To Haves

• Three years to five years of experience preferred.
• New graduates welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Work system claims scrubber error queue, independently making decisions to correct error identified in the queue before submission of claim.
• Responsible for configuration, research, testing, and maintenance of claims software to ensure maximum efficiency of the product.
• Review denied claims after submission for correct data.
• File appeals with insurance companies, follow up for payment, and create edits to reduce additional denials.
• Assist the business office staff by answering questions and providing them with information to assist them in correct coding and billing procedures.
• Complete all other assigned projects and duties.

Benefits

• Single or Family Health Insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation.
• 401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay + additional annual Profit Sharing
• Flexible Paid Time Off Program (24 days off/year)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Life insurance
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• Dental Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree