Certified Medical Coder, Contractor Conversion

What Medical Coding (RCM) contributes to Cardinal Health

Practice Operations Management oversees the business and administrative operations of a medical practice.
Medical coding translates patient medical information, like diagnoses, procedures, and physician notes, into standardized alphanumeric codes used by insurance companies for billing and accurate record-keeping.

The Certified Professional Coder assists in generating revenue by assigning and monitoring the coding and reimbursement activities for professional and technical services provided within a group of specialty areas.

Responsibilities

• Direct assigning of ICD-10 codes by analyzing patient medical records

• Ensure documentation by providers conforms to legal and procedural requirements
• Consults with follow-up team prior to assigning claims to the appeals department for disputed / denied claims.
• Provides feedback/training for physicians and staff in with any coding insufficiencies
• Reviews diagnosis codes assigned by staff prior to submission when assigned
• Assisting with research of denied claims
• Applies modifiers, checks CCI edits and assists with charge entry
• Aware of governmental regulations, protocols and third- party requirements in reference to coding principles
• Maintains a working knowledge of EMR, the registration process and charge entry
• Ability to work effectively with providers and co-workers
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Perform any other functions as required by management.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience, preferred
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Certification in CPC, RHIT, RHIA, CHONC or specialty coding with one to three years' experience directly related to coding and reimbursement for physician services preferred
• Certified through The American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred
• Attention to detail and the ability to organize information and tasks are essential.
• Knowledge of current and developing issues and trend in medical coding procedures and requirements.
• Working knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis codes, HCPCS, and CPT coding assignments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete standard tasks
• Works on routine assignments that require basic problem resolution
• Refers to policies and past practices for guidance
• Receives general direction on standard work; receives detailed instruction on new assignments
• Consults with supervisor or senior peers on complex and unusual problems

Anticipated hourly range: $21.00 - 27.90 USD Hourly

Bonus eligible: No

Application window anticipated to close: 06/20/2025 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

​Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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