Per Diem Medical Coder

UBMD Physicians Group•Buffalo, NY

12d•$30 - $40•Remote

About The Position

UB Associates, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Per Diem Medical Coder to join our healthcare team. This role is essential in ensuring accurate coding of diagnostic, procedural, and surgical information that supports proper reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers. The Per Diem Medical Coder plays a key role in revenue cycle success by evaluating provider documentation, resolving coding denials, supporting education initiatives, and ensuring compliance with coding standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification required
Minimum 1 year of coding experience using ICD-10 or equivalent
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Commitment to ongoing education to maintain certification
Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred
Family medicine experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Accurately code charges from provider encounter forms and operative reports using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes
Enter charges from all sites in the CGM billing system and verify EMR data
Evaluate provider documentation to ensure correct diagnoses, procedures, and E/M levels are assigned
Review coding denials and submit appeals as needed
Assist with resolving reimbursement issues related to coding accuracy
Provide feedback to physicians and support coding education for staff and residents
Answer patient and insurance inquiries as needed
Participate in meetings, committees, and process improvement initiatives