Emergency Department and Urgent Care Professional Coder

AAPC•Salt Lake City, UT

12d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated coding professional to join our team as an Emergency Department and Urgent Care facility and pro-fee coder. This position is remote. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of coding experience with both facility and pro-fee Emergency Room and pro-fee Urgent Care coding experience. The position requires one to be resourceful, organized, independent, and extremely driven.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of coding experience
Extensive coding in all aspects of emergency department and urgent care coding
Ability to validate hard-coded CPTs/charges
Superior knowledge of modifier application
Strong knowledge of Cerner and Epic
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented and deadline driven attitude
Sound knowledge of medical terminology
Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, and internet)
Ability to multitask and keep a sense of urgency
Excellent customer service skills
Strong time management, organization skills, and work ethic
CPC, CEDC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, or RHIA

Responsibilities

Accurately code medical records for all urgent care and emergency room services
Follow current ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines
Adhere to NCD, LCD, and CCI policies as necessary
Apply modifiers as appropriate
Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines
Stay updated about new coding rules as codes routinely change
Responsible and accountable for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information. Follow HIPAA security policies and procedures affecting your job, and report any suspected or actual violation or breach
Meet and maintain department production and quality standards
Additional tasks/duties as assigned by management