Medical Coder - Cigna Healthcare - Remote

Summary:

The Medical Coder is responsible for assignment of accurate Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes, ICD diagnoses, current procedural terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), modifiers and quantities derived from medical record documentation (paper or electronic) for Emergency Room encounters. Medical coder is responsible for making sure the assigned codes meet all federal, legal and insurance regulations.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for assignment of accurate Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes, ICD diagnoses, current procedural terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), modifiers and quantities derived from medical record documentation (paper or electronic) for outpatient encounters.

• Work as part of a team and achieve the team quality and productivity standards

• Adheres to quality assurance standards

• Knows all changes in coding guidelines

• Uses auditing tools to monitor accuracy

• Handles escalated cases; assistance with problem solving and decision making

• Provides management of code updates, code updates, trends, concerns to ensure timely responses and actions

• Advises management of any concerns or complaints expressed by Health Care Professionals

• Utilizes effective communication, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions, both internally and externally

• Identify and refer cases for possible fraud/abuse or questionable billing practices to the appropriate matrix partners

• Handle multiple products and benefit plans

• Maintains active professional certification and complies with all educational, professional and ethical requirements of said certification

• Serves as resource and subject matter expert to other coding staff.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or higher strongly preferred or equivalent work experience required.
• 3+ years of Medical Coding – Evaluation Management (E/M) coding experience required.
• One or more certifications required: CPC, CPC-H, CCS, CCS-P Coding Certificate program (AAPC accredited preferred).
• Specialty certification with AAPC Certificated Evaluation and Management coder (CEMC) is a plus.
• Professional E/M Coding experience for professional billing and/or facility billing required.
• Knowledge of the US healthcare industry.
• Excellent computer and communication skills required.
• Flexible/Adaptable

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an hourly rate of 21 - 31 USD / hourly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit Life at Cigna Group.

About The Cigna Group

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.