2 medical coder jobs found in Renton, WA

Vascular Surgery Coder The Vascular Surgery Coder must be proficient in surgical coding for all Trauma Surgery type cases. E/M experience is also required for associated providers. The coder will review clinical documentation and diagnostic results as appropriate to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-10 Diagnosis codes, along with CPT/HCPCS codes as defined for the service type, for coding, billing, internal and external reporting, research as required, and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of the coding manager, the coder should accurately code conditions and procedures as documented and in accordance with ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, CMS/MAC rules and the CPT rules established by the AMA, and any other official coding guidelines established for use with mandated standard code sets. The coder scope may involve reviewing coding related denials from payers and recommending the appropriate action to resolve the claim based on payer...

* Reviews the documentation in the record to identify all pertinent facts necessary to select the comprehensive diagnoses and procedures that fully describe the patients conditions and treatment.* Codes evaluation and management to appropriate CPT code and codes diagnosis to appropriate ICD-9 code.* Meets with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding and secure signature of all unsigned dates of service, tagging files for follow up.* Acts as lead person and assists coders with IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation as required.* Assists with efforts to increase physician awareness of documentation requirements.* Prepares case reports and initiates follow-up for billing process.* Previous coding experience or experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in a related field.* Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower...