Medical Coder II

Beartooth Billings Clinic•Red Lodge, MT

37d•$21 - $29

About The Position

Responsible for reviewing and interpreting medical records, documents, and other patient data to assign appropriate codes for healthcare procedures, diagnoses, and services provided. These codes are used for insurance reimbursement, statistical purposes, and maintaining accurate patient records. Medical coders work closely with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and billing departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification from a recognized body such as the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or equivalent (e.g., CPC, CCS, or CCA).
3+ years of relevant coding experience
Must be able to reason independently and work with minimal guidance.
Must be able to interpret data and make sound judgments based on those interpretations.
Must deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities and situations requiring tact, judgment, and poise.
Must be able to adapt to quickly changing priorities and schedules.
Must be able to maintain good working relationships with all co-workers and the general public and use good judgment in recognizing scope and authority.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in health-related field
Additional Certifications: Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA), Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC)

Responsibilities

Reviewing and interpreting medical records, documents, and other patient data to assign appropriate codes for healthcare procedures, diagnoses, and services provided.
Using codes for insurance reimbursement, statistical purposes, and maintaining accurate patient records.
Working closely with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and billing departments.