Offer summary

Qualifications:

CPC certification required., Minimum of 3 years coding experience., Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT-4., Understanding of medical terminology and anatomy..

Key responsabilities:

Review medical records for diagnoses and procedures.

Abstract information based on client guidelines.

Job description

AQuity Solutions, an IKS Health Company is hiring Professional Fee Anesthesia Coder

About IKS Health

www.ikshealth.com

Position Summary:

As an experienced IKS Health Aquity coder you will be responsible for providing coding and abstracting services for clients on inpatient, outpatient, and clinic visits for professional fee (physician services) medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 data sets for a wide variety of medical specialties. You will use established coding principles, software, and your knowledge and experience to assign diagnostic and procedural codes after a thorough review of the medical record. As a coding team member, you may participate in industry forums as well as support coding education within the team. This position is fully remote.

Essential Functions:

Reviews medical records to identify pertinent diagnoses and procedures relative to the patient's health care encounter.
Abstracts appropriate information from the medical record based on the guidelines provided by the client and after a thorough review of the medical record.
Solicits clarification from the physician regarding ambiguous or conflicting documentation in the medical record using guidelines provided by the client.
May act as a mentor to training coders and/or new hires by providing education and training.
Maintains current knowledge of the information contained in the Coding Clinic, CPT Assistant, and the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.
Maintains effective and professional communication skills.
Contributes to a positive company image by exhibiting professionalism, adaptability and mutual respect.

Requirements:

CPC
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have a minimum of 3 years of professional fee Anesthesia coding experience; 5 plus preferred.
Understands medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, surgical technology, pharmacology and disease processes.
Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding principles and guidelines, reimbursement systems, federal, state and payer-specific regulations and policies pertaining to documentation, coding and billing.
Must pass coding proficiency test.

Why Work for Aquity?

Competitive salary

18 PTO days accrued during your first year!

8 paid holidays annually.

Job-related education reimbursement, and CEUs

Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, short- and long-term disability, and voluntary life insurance plan.401(k) with company matching.

Opportunities for career advancement!

We have a wide array of customers providing our coders the opportunity to work with different environments and specialty areas- so every day is something new and exciting. The best thing- you can do this from the comfort of your own home. Our coders have an opportunity to work remotely and can work flexible hours contingent on the client’s needs.

Compensation and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $29hr. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to current market conditions, location, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Aquity Solutions offers a competitive benefits package including healthcare, 401k, and paid time off (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements for full-time employees). Aquity Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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