Medical Coder - Boerne

Woundlocal • Boerne, TX

123d • $25 - $34

About The Position

Woundlocal is looking for a detail-oriented Medical Coder to join our dynamic team in Boerne! The Medical Coder will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing medical documentation to ensure accurate coding and billing processes. This role requires assigning appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services according to the guidelines and regulations. The Medical Coder will also need to stay up-to-date with coding standards and insurance requirements, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems. Collaboration with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure completeness is essential. Additionally, the Medical Coder will identify and resolve discrepancies in medical records and coding for accurate claims processing, evaluate and re-file appeals of patient claims that were denied, and assist in audits by providing necessary documentation for compliance and quality assurance activities. The position requires collecting and distributing coding-related information and billing issues to management and providers when changes happen, as well as providing accurate answers to queries from providers, management, and internal staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a medical coding program and current certification (CPC, CCS, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of one year of coding experience in a healthcare setting within the last three years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Proficiency in medical coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in coding.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills for collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze medical documentation to ensure accurate coding and billing processes.
• Assign appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services according to the guidelines and regulations.
• Stay up-to-date with coding standards and insurance requirements, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure completeness.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in medical records and coding for accurate claims processing.
• Evaluate and re-file appeals of patient claims that were denied.
• Stay up-to-date on new coding rules and code changes.
• Assist in audits and provide necessary documentation for compliance and quality assurance activities.
• Collect and distribute coding related information and billing issues to management and provider when changes happen.
• Provide accurate answers to queries from providers, management, and internal staff.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Free Telehealth visits
• Free lunch every Friday

What This Job Offers

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