All candidates must complete & pass onsite testing in Marlton, NJ prior to an interview.
Job Summary
Responsible for abstracting clinical information and assigning CPT-4 and ICD-10 codes from medical records and documents to support physician professional fees, including but not limited to outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) services and procedures in accordance with guidelines.
Position Responsibilities
Abstract billing for outpatient evaluation and management codes, minor surgical procedure(s), and HCPCS (supplies and pharmaceuticals) codes from provider documentation to include assignment of CPT-4, ICD-10-CM codes and modifiers.
Research simple coding/billing issues for physicians to identify and recommend the most appropriate method of coding/billing. Research may involve interaction with organizations such as American Medical Association, specialty societies, or other coding consultants.
Analyze the medical record to determine the appropriateness of coding and potential patterns of abuse, including working with the Coding/Charge/Audit Analyst(s) to resolve the issue(s).
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required
Minimum of two years records coding experience or equivalent.
Ability to perform functions in a Microsoft Windows environment.
Detail-oriented and perform tasks at a high level of accuracy.
Make sound decisions.
Demonstrate good communication and team work skills.
Previous experience with an electronic legal health record system preferred.
Knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology/Medical terminology required.
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology/Medical terminology required.
CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Certified required.
Salary
$26.00 - $39.11 Hourly.
Benefits
Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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