Medical Coder

Integrated Management Strategies, LLC•Bethesda, MD

33d•Remote

About The Position

Integrated Management Strategies (IMS) is seeking an experienced Medical Coder to join their healthcare consulting practice. This is a fully remote role within the US, with infrequent travel required for onboarding and training. IMS is an award-winning, fast-growing woman-owned small business specializing in healthcare, technology, and management consulting.

Requirements

High School Diploma or higher degree.
Active coding certification credentials from AHIMA or AAPC such as CCS, CCS-P, CPC, RHIA, or RHIT. Initial and annual proof of active certification is required. Must be ICD-10 certified.
3+ years of experience with DoD medical coding, re-coding, abstraction, analysis, and assembly of medical record data.
Demonstrated ability to maintain minimum accuracy rating of 97%
US Citizenship
Ability to secure a DOD security clearance, must not have been unfavorably removed from a government position.
Current on required training and certification requirements.
Experience with Microsoft Windows and Office 365 applications including Word, Excel, Teams and others.
Ability to work in a private and secure area while protecting PHI/PII and meeting HIPAA requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DoD Systems. MHS Genesis, EM360, or JLV (preferred).
Experience in multiple specialties including Behavioral Health, Cardiology, ER, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Hematology/Oncology, Infectious disease, Internal medicine, Nephrology, Neurology, OB/Gyn surgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic, Orthopedic surgery, Outpatient, Pulmonology, Rheumatology, Sleep medicine, Transplant surgery, or Vascular surgery (preferred).

Responsibilities

Accurately assign ICD-10 CM, E/M, ICD-10 PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers and units based on documentation.
Adhere to systems and standards required in multi-specialty medical coding encounters, including Outpatient, Emergency Room, Surgery, Inpatient facilities, Inpatient Professional Rounds, and others.
Process encounters within required SLA on contract with deficiencies identified escalated as necessary.
Review and respond to each audit within set time window, with corrections made immediately after final adjudication.
Complete training on all government systems, including all annual and short notice training.
Meet or surpass weekly Productivity and Quality targets.
Coordinate and collaborate with team members and follow directions provided by the Site Manager/Project Manager.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time
11 Company Paid Holidays
Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Group Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Group Short Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus