Coder I - Outpatient

AnMed Health • Anderson, SC

50d

About The Position

Resolves complex coding scenarios. Provides feedback and documentation advice to the physician and practice management. Works with AR to resolve coding related denials. Serves as liaison between the practice and Physician Network Services and/or other departments

Requirements

• Minimum education: must be high school graduate or GED required
• Certified professional coder (CPC) certification required
• 2 years CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM coding experience preferred
• Use of typing, computer and other office skills in everyday job performance, one to two years previous experience in computer billing, filing, typing, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Reimbursement of third party carriers and other insurance knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Reviews and codes complex operative procedures for all service lines
• Assist and direct specialty practices or other appropriate staff in surgical documentation, billing, coding, and reimbursement issues
• Assists in the auditing of all service lines
• Work in conjunction with billing staff on follow up and resolution of coding related denials and rejections
• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations through the use of current CPT-4, HCPCS II, and ICD-9/ICDD-10 materials, the Federal Register, and other pertinent materials

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED