Description
Certified Professional Coder is responsible for accurate coding of office, hospital and medical procedures.
Position Summary
The Certified Professional Coder is responsible for accurate coding of office, hospital and medical procedures.
Key Duties Include
Review codes submitted by physicians to assure accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM codes for inpatient/outpatient charges.
Maintain compliance with Federal, State and payer regulations.
Review and analyze encounters, reports and other medical records to determine the appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes to describe the level of service and surgical professional services provided.
Abstract the appropriate evaluation and management level of service from the medical record per CPT instructions.
Understand and adhere to CPT and ICD-10-CM instructions, the appropriate use of modifiers, and multiple or add-on procedures.
Assure healthcare providers compliance with official coding guidelines including but not limited to Medicare and AHCCCS requirements for coding and billing.
Identify and educate healthcare providers on additional revenue opportunities.
Other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
Required and preferred qualifications are listed below.
Qualifications
Current CPC certification required.
Desired Skills And Experience
Current CPC certification.
2+ years of medical coding.
In-depth knowledge of billing accounting software.
Working knowledge of cardiology preferred, but not necessary.
Professional attitude.
Ability to solve problems, prioritize and multi-task in a deadline driven environment.
Ability to make independent decisions regarding matters of significance.
Work with little to no supervision.
Ability to work outside core business hours as needed.
Able to work in a team environment and interact positively with team members.
Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization.
Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
Keenly attentive to detail.
Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
High level of proficiency with PC based software programs.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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