Level One Personnel

A staffing agency in healthcare is seeking a Medical Coder for a contract role in the Greater Baltimore Area. This position requires reviewing medical records and assigning ICD-10-CM codes among other responsibilities. Candidates must have an Associate's degree in a related field and relevant certifications such as CCS or CPC. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential. The role offers eligibility for health benefits after 60 days and a 401k after one year. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Title: Medical Coder Location: Greater Baltimore Area Type/Duration: Contract, 13 weeks – possible extensions Pay: $15-40/hour We are currently staffing for Medical Coders across several Hospital locations and units. This is a Generic Post for Personnel, who would be working in a Hospital setting in the greater Baltimore area. Specifics on Pay, Location, Unit, and Hours would be provided during your interview. Job Summary Reviews medical records to determine the provider's diagnosis/procedures for unit and assigns ICD-10-CM codes, CPT, and facility E&M levels to those diagnoses/procedures. Reviews the entire record for codable information. Uses resources (Coding references and guidelines, Coding Clinics, Auditors, CDI staff, Co-workers, internet, etc.) for guidance on coding as needed. Writes queries as appropriate and adheres to the query policy. Follows-up on queries and updates coding and the query as appropriate and in a timely manner. Abstracts predetermined...