Multispecialty Medical Coder

TEKsystems
$25.00 - $32.00 / hr
United States, Maryland, Linthicum Heights
Nov 05, 2024
Description: Under direct supervision ensures charges are coded appropriately from the medical record as necessary and are entered into the billing system accurately. May code medical records for surgical practices utilizing ICD-9/ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT-4 coding conventions Assigns specified codes to medical diagnoses with some coding of specific clinical procedures. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. * Deciphers operative reports and other physician medical record documentation to appropriately select codes and maximize charge capture. Ensures coding compliance with established standards and guidelines. * Acts as liaison between the clinical and billing departments. Answers questions from billing in a timely manner. * Responsible for ensuring quality, accuracy and timeliness of clinical data contained in patient's medical record by reviewing and analyzing medical information provided by physicians for reimbursement, statistical and indexing purposes. * Meets established productivity and proficiency standards. * Attends coding seminars, hospital and departmental meetings as required or assigned. Actively participates in hospital educational in-services. * Utilizes appropriate customer relation skills to ensure all customers are treated with respect and dignity and that the confidentiality of their data is upheld Additional Skills & Qualifications: Pro-Fee Coder Qualifications: * Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or related credential from AHIMA or AAPC required. * 2+ years' experience with E/M coding required * 2+ years' experience with coding multispecialty with extent experience in Primary Care, Ortho, and Neuro * Proficient in assigning and abstracting ICD-10-CM and CPT codes from provider documentation in compliance with federal regulations and insurance requirements for E/M coding. * 1+ years' of recent EPIC experience required. * 1+ years' experience with coding denials, payor policies and guidelines preferred. * Advanced knowledge of NCCI edits and medical necessity. * Advanced knowledge of medical terminology required. * Ability to work in remote setting with little to no training and supervision. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.