Medical Coder Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 1+ year ophthalmology or medical billing experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and insurance billing procedures
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers
• Experience using Athena Practice Management System preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation
• Flexible team player willing to assist where needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Athena Practice Management System is preferred

Responsibilities

• Understand insurance policy guidelines including COB, referrals, prior authorizations, and insurance portals
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer billing rules and regulations
• Communicate with insurance companies to resolve claim issues
• Accurate charge entry and data entry
• Apply appropriate ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines
• Maintain compliance with current coding initiatives and payer policies
• Submit electronic and paper claims
• Review and follow up on denied, incorrect, or unpaid claims
• Submit corrected claims, reconsiderations, and appeals
• Work insurance and patient delinquent accounts
• Monitor aging reports
• Assist in creating or using daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports
• Answer billing questions from patients, team members, and insurance companies
• Maintain professional communication with patients and staff
• Assist with front desk responsibilities or workflow support when needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Simple IRA with 3% employer match
• Profit sharing opportunities
• Uniforms provided
• Free lunches provided in the office