Minimum High School diploma or equivalency certificate
Minimum of one year physician coding experience in conjunction with formal education in coding, (CPC, AHIM, RMC, CPC, CCS-P); or AB, AS from accredited college in Healthcare, which includes coding, medical terminology, and medical systems), medical terminology and/or anatomy; and/or a minimum of three years demonstrated coding "from physician documentation" experience.
A minimum of three years previous healthcare billing, collections experience, and/or managed care experience.
Knowledgeable about third party billing regulations and CPT/ICD coding.
Demonstrate accurate and timely data entry skills.
Familiar with various computer applications (ex: Microsoft Word, Excel, and billing software systems).
Knowledge of spreadsheet applications preferred.
Proven record of dependability
Strong people, communication and decision making skills.
Must pass a basic CPT and ICD coding test prior to hire, if coder has no credentials.