Physician Practice Coder - Remote

POSITION SUMMARY

Conducts CPT and ICD-10 coding reviews by detailed examination of each line item in the physician medical record and charge session. Performs chart audits to ensure correct coding and charge capture have been applied appropriately. Works closely with key revenue cycle stakeholders to understand reasons for denials, root cause analysis, and feedback to providers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Coding support Reviews patient medical records and abstracts medical data that identifies all diagnoses and procedures.
• Codes diagnoses, procedures, and appropriate modifiers from the medical record documentation using ICD-10-CM, CPT4/HCPCS classification systems.
• Refers to a computerized encoding system, written coding aids and other reference materials to ensure accurate coding for billing.
• Sequences diagnoses, procedures and complications by following ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS).
• Adheres to the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, Coding Clinic guidelines and other regulatory guidelines as appropriate.
• Consults with the CDCI team to request appropriate physician or appropriate medical staff to clarify medical record information.
• Maintains productivity standards set forth in Departmental Policies and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of coding and professional skills, including maintaining yearly coding credentials through attendance at in-service programs, conferences, workshops, review of current literature and other educational programs.
• Utilizes hospital’s cultural values as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the hospital’s goals and mission.
• Follows established Hospital infection control and safety procedures.
• Review and respond to coding questions.
• Ensure billed service is being accurately coded.
• Perform random chart audits.
• Provide continual coding updates.
• Research coding issues that arise.
• Codes diagnoses and procedures from the medical record using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4/HCPCS classification systems.
• Sequences diagnoses, procedures and complications by following ICD-10-CM, Medicare, Medicaid, and other fiscal intermediary guidelines.
• Reviews charts for documentation and signature.
• Performs other duties as needed.
• Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION

Education: Associates Degree (or direct work experience equivalent to at least 2 years).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required: CPC – Certified Professional Coder, CPC-A – Certified Professional Coder Apprentice.

EXPERIENCE

Experience: 2-5 years experience required in a multi-specialty physician coding environment to include coding, compliance, and billing processes.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Work requires in-depth knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM and CPT-4. Work also requires basic concepts of human anatomy, physiology and pathology. Strong knowledge of health records, computerized billing and charging systems, Microsoft applications, data integrity, and processing techniques required. Excellent organizational skills, including ability to multi-task, prioritize essential tasks, follow-through and meet timelines. Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to solve problems appropriately using job knowledge and current policies/procedures. Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team and staff, ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule and to respond quickly to urgent requests. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information and ensure compliance of HIPAA rules and regulations.

COMPENSATION RANGE

Compensation Range: $24.04- $33.65 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

WORKPLACE VALUES AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.