Medical Coder Opportunity
We are looking for a skilled medical coder to join our team in Oakland, California. This is a long-term contract position within the non-profit sector, offering an opportunity to contribute your expertise in medical coding and healthcare billing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in outpatient coding and be proficient in ICD-10 and CPT coding standards.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately assign ICD-10 and CPT codes to medical procedures and diagnoses.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare billing regulations and coding standards.
- Review and analyze medical records to verify proper documentation for coding purposes.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to clarify coding discrepancies and obtain additional information.
- Manage outpatient coding processes, maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
- Utilize Epic Hospital Billing systems to process medical billing and coding tasks.
- Support billing collections by addressing coding-related issues and resolving discrepancies.
- Conduct periodic audits of coded data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Stay updated on changes in coding guidelines and healthcare billing regulations.
- Provide guidance and training to staff on coding best practices when necessary.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding, preferably in an outpatient setting.
- Certification in medical coding (e.g., CPC, CCS, or equivalent).
- Proficiency in ICD-10 and CPT coding systems.
- Familiarity with Epic Hospital Billing and other healthcare billing systems.
- Strong understanding of healthcare billing processes and collections.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with healthcare teams.
- Commitment to staying informed on industry coding updates and standards.