Job Title: Certified Medical Coder
Hourly Rate: $4.50-$6.00
Start Date: ASAP
Full Time
Position Overview:
A Certified Medical Coder is responsible for reviewing and analyzing medical records to accurately assign
appropriate diagnostic codes, procedure codes, and other relevant information for healthcare services
provided to patients. Their primary role is to ensure that medical documentation is coded correctly
according to established guidelines, such as those outlined by the International Classification of Diseases
(ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code sets.
Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze and abstract medical information from patient records before and after patient
encounters for both physician/NP visits and home health start-of-care visits. - Accurately code diagnostic and procedural information in compliance with ICD-10, Home Health
PDGM, CPT-4, HCPCS, MS-DRGs, APCs, and POAs, following national coding guidelines and
reimbursement requirements. - Document essential patient information in the medical record
- Consult with medical providers to identify potential missing HCC diagnoses, clarify
documentation, and ensure accurate code assignment supporting medical necessity and patient
risk adjustment. - Review claims data to verify accurate coding and billing for all services and procedures.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to improve documentation, coding accuracy, and
compliance. - Stay current with changes in coding regulations and guidelines, providing education and training
to colleagues as needed. - Participate in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement initiatives and support organizational
goals and objectives. - Report any problems related to patient care or employee well-being.
- Assist with billing and credentialing tasks as needed.
Job Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse preferred
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in health information management, healthcare administration,
nursing, or related field. - Proficient in the English Language, both written and verbal
- Certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-
P) from AAPC or AHIMA is preferred. - At least 2 years of experience in medical coding and billing, with a focus on physician coding and
home health coding. - Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, as well as coding systems and
guidelines, such as ICD-10, CPT-4, and HCPCS. - Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret complex medical
documentation. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare
professionals. - Proficiency with coding software and tools, as well as electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements, reimbursement policies, and compliance standards.
Hardware and Software Requirements:
Hardware:
- AMD Ryzen 3 3200G APU or Intel Core i5 (at least 7th gen) Intel CPU
- 16GB DDR4 RAM
- 120 – 480 GB SSD
- Jabra Biz 1100 / Logitech H390 or similar Noise-canceling Headset
- 1 – 2 Monitors (at least 21in)
- 1080p HD Webcam
- Internet Speed: 50mbps (Fiber/DSL) LTE not accepted
Software:
- Genuine Windows 10 Licensed Computer
- Microsoft Office Suite