Remote Medical Coder II - (MUST LIVE IN THE SALEM AREA)
Salem, Oregon · Healthcare
This is a full-time position. The first two weeks require in-office training, after which the role is remote, except for monthly office meetings.
The hours will be Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm with a 30 minute lunch.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Review, analyze, and input clinic claim codes (ICD-9/ICD-10, HCPCS, CPT) based on EMR records, ensuring proper modifiers and documentation
Educate and consult with physicians and nursing staff on coding practices, ensuring accurate and thorough clinical documentation
Stay current with updates on medical treatments, procedures, diagnosis classifications, payer updates, and coverage changes, and communicate relevant information to providers, supervisors, and the billing team
Use coding manuals and software to ensure proper code selection and compliance with industry standards, including HIPAA, AHIMA, and AAPC ethical guidelines
Enter coded data into EHR or practice management systems for billing accuracy and maintain organized, accurate coding files
Collaborate with the billing department to ensure accurate insurance claims submission, address discrepancies, and resolve coding errors or denials
Resubmit denied claims after adjustments, assisting with audits and maintaining strong knowledge of medical terminology and disease processes
Maintain NDC updates, NCCN guidelines, and work with A/R and billing teams to resolve claim rejections, troubleshoot billing issues, and ensure claims are processed correctly
Assist with interdepartmental workflows (A/R, Coding, PA, Insurance Verification, Scheduling, Med Recs, Clinical) and generate reports for the Revenue Cycle team
Requirements:
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Associate’s degree in medical record technology or one-year coding diploma
Minimum two (2) years of progressive and in-depth multispecialty professional services coding experience in the diagnostic and procedural coding assignment
Extensive computer experience and ability to learn new computer applications quickly and independently, including EMR(s), Microsoft Office Suite, and other software programs