Medical Coding Specialist

KIDZ MEDICAL SERVICE. • Miramar, FL

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

Full Time Medical Coding Specialist performs diagnosis and procedural coding to individual patient medical records for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing. This is a hybrid position initially required in office presence and the opportunity to work partially remote when workflow allows.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of CPT and ICD10 coding
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in medical billing and coding
• Excellent attention to detail and follow up
• Knowledgeable of payer rules and requirements for both coding and eligibility checking
• High school diploma or general education degree
• Computer skills required: Efficient data entry skills for both speed and accuracy
• Bilingual (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Medical coding certification (AAPC or AHIMA) preferred or currently in progress

Responsibilities

• Reviews the patient ‘s medical record for accurate and complete documentation prior to coding.
• Works closely with the physician coordinator regarding discrepancies found in patient’s record prior to claim submission
• Codes for assigned physicians, locations, and/or departments from review of medical record documentation.
• Applies knowledge of current coding and billing requirements to assure claims are submitted correctly
• Brings identified concerns and trends to the manager/team lead for resolution.
• Reviews coding and billing worklists and resolves claim rejections.
• Enters patient demographic information and verifies patient insurance coverage

Benefits

• 401(k)
• health
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability insurance

What This Job Offers

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