FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Type of Position: Full-time Work Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am - 5pm General Description: In this role, you will support daily coding operations, ensures accuracy and compliance with all billing regulations, and drives continuous improvement in coding quality and efficiency. Responsibilities/Essential Functions Review Reports :Examine pathology reports to identify relevant information. Assign Codes :Use coding systems like ICD-10-CM and CPT to assign accurate codes to diagnoses and procedures. Ensure Accuracy :Verify that all codes are accurate and comply with current regulations and guidelines. Collaborate :Work with billing departments and healthcare providers to resolve any discrepancies or questions. Stay Updated :Keep up-to-date with changes in coding standards and healthcare regulations. Qualifications and Skills Minimum of three (3) years of medical billing experience; surgical pathology coding preferred. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and medical billing platforms. Ability to work independently. Computer skills Education Requirements High School Diploma/GED CPC, CCS, or equivalent coding certification preferred The above statements are intended to describe the essential responsibilities being performed by people assigned to this job.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities assigned to these people. Physical Requirements Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk, occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The work environment is primarily an office setting. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.We encourage all to apply. Job Type:Full-time Pay:From $20.00 per hour Expected hours:40.0 per week Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience Pathology or Surgical Coding:2 years (Preferred) Work Location Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78731. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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