Medical Coder I
About The Position
Under general supervision, performs coding on all diagnoses, procedures, professional services, and supplies following the American Medical Association (AMA) official coding/reporting guidelines and other third party payer criteria for the purpose of reimbursement, research, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Answer coding questions from non-clinical staff. This position runs reports and monitors charges to ensure timely accurate coding of medical and behavioral health services and charges. Also, works in a collaborated effort to assist in the development of programs and plans for training medical staff in basic coding techniques.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Six (6) months of medical coding experience in ICD-10-CM
- Six (6) months of medical coding experience in CPT-4
- Six (6) months of medical coding experience in E&M
- Six (6) months of medical coding experience in HCPCS
- Equivalent combination of desired education/certification and work experience
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree or certification in Health Information Management
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
- Certified Coding Specialist-Procedural (CCS-P)
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Responsibilities
- Performs coding on all diagnoses, procedures, professional services, and supplies following the American Medical Association (AMA) official coding/reporting guidelines and other third party payer criteria for the purpose of reimbursement, research, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Answers coding questions from non-clinical staff.
- Runs reports and monitors charges to ensure timely accurate coding of medical and behavioral health services and charges.
- Assists in the development of programs and plans for training medical staff in basic coding techniques.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
