Entry Level Medical Coding Specialist

TEKsystems•Rockford, IL

3d•$25 - $25•Remote

About The Position

Are you a newly certified medical coder looking to launch your career in a dynamic and fast-growing healthcare environment? Join a federally certified Independent Review Organization (IRO) that provides expert medical review services to government agencies, insurers, TPAs, and self-funded employers. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly formed team supporting a high-impact initiative driven by the No Surprises Act, with a mission to resolve complex claim disputes and ensure fair payment outcomes. Note: This is not a coding-heavy role. You’ll use your coding knowledge to interpret and validate claims, not to perform coding tasks.

Requirements

CPC or CPC-A certification (required).
2-3 years of Medical Collections or Billing experience (required) - Candidates with prior coding experience will not be considered
Experience working with EOBs and appeals is highly preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to make objective decisions.
Adaptability and eagerness to contribute to a newly built team.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with emergency services billing is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Review and validate claim data to determine appropriate payment outcomes.
Analyze CPT codes and supporting documentation to identify the correct party in disputed claims.
Work primarily with emergency services claims, including ambulance and air ambulance cases.
Operate within a proprietary claims management system.
Collaborate with internal teams to clear a significant backlog of cases.