nTech Workforce has an immediate 22913 Certified Medical Coder
Terms of Employment
- W2 Contract, 5 Months
- Location: Remote
Overview
The purpose of this position is to review the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate/optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges; Retrieves information from medical records, ensuring adherence with established methods and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Review medical record documentation and accurately code the primary/secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding conventions.
- Sequence the diagnoses and procedures using coding guidelines.
- Ensure DRG/APC assignment is accurate.
- Abstract and compile data from medical records for appropriate optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges.
- Serves as backup to other administrative functions as assigned.
- Meets job standards for achieving contract deliverables.
- Assists with other job- and education-related duties as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned
- Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.
Required Skills & Experience
- Must have inpatient and DRG auditing experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Certification as a Coding Specialist (CCS preferred - others may be considered with substantial hospital inpatient coding experience)
- Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT systems.
- Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
- Ability to interpret medical terminology.
- Knowledge of DRG/APC reimbursement.
- Coding software.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Efficient data entry skills.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.
Benefits Information
- Medical Insurance; Vision Insurance; Dental Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan (Discretionary Match Offered)
- Ancillary Coverage (Life, AD&D, Short Term / Long Term Disability)
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit
- Note: As a contingent worker with nTech, you'll be paid for all approved hours worked; paid time off and paid holidays are not provided.
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nTech is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment drug and background screenings. Only candidates who meet all of the above client requirements will be contacted by a recruiter.