Coder - SRS

Sharp HealthCare • San Diego, CA

5d • $30 - $43

About The Position

Ensure that all charges are submitted accurately, timely and meets department guidelines. Provides administrative and coding support to management, site support, staff and physicians. Identifies and reports documentation and coding opportunities and makes recommendations for improved code capture and reporting. Monitors and reports coding trends. Immediately communicates coding discrepancies to management. Works toward an overall goal of 100% accuracy.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
• 2 Years Experience in medical billing, coding, or other relevant experience.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - AAPC -REQUIRED
• Knowledge of Coding Procedures and Medical Terminology required.
• Proficient on CPT, HCPCS and diagnosis coding in an ambulatory setting.
• Organized, professional, and self motivated individual.
• Self starter; must be able to take and carry out directions.
• Able to handle multiple projects and priorities.
• Ability to work well with others and function as a member of a team.
• Able to abstract code from hand written notes.
• Able to clearly articulate issues and communicate correct coding principles in a manner easily understood by a non coder.
• Able to level an evaluation and management visit.
• Able to code for radiology and laboratory services.
• Ability to provide charge management and business support in all assigned areas.

Responsibilities

• Act as a resource
• Coding and compliance
• Data collection and reporting
• Data entry
• Special Projects - participates in projects that improve department production and/or efficiency.
• General support
• Process improvement
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

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