Job description
Hiring a Remote Primary Care Medical Coder!
***Need to live in either WA or OR***
Schedule: Training schedule is M-F 8-4:30 PM, flexbility to tranisiton to 4 10’s after 2-3 weeks
Pay: $20-$27/he depending on experience and qualifications
Contract Duration: Contract will go through December 2024 (6 months). Great opportunity to get your foot in the door with a large community health center organization.
Day to day:
- Medical Coding:
- Assign accurate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to diagnoses, procedures, and services provided during patient encounters.
- Review medical records and documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies.
- Documentation Review and Auditing:
- Conduct regular audits of medical records to verify coding accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provide feedback and education to healthcare providers and staff on coding and documentation improvement opportunities.
- Ensure coding practices adhere to Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer guidelines.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Stay updated on changes in coding guidelines, regulations, and healthcare industry standards.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Participate in coding-related training programs and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Communication and Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with healthcare providers, medical billing staff, and other team members to resolve coding-related issues.
- Communicate effectively with insurance companies and external auditors regarding coding inquiries and audits.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare reports on coding accuracy, compliance metrics, and audit findings as required.
- Maintain organized records of coding activities, audits, and documentation reviews.