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This role on the surgical coding team will primarily be coding for Vascular Surgery.
Job Summary
Summary:
Responsible for reviewing patient medical records after a visit and translating the information into codes that insurers use to process claims from patients. Duties include confirming treatments with medical staff, identifying missing information and submitting information to insurers for reimbursement. Participates in peer review to ensure accuracy and timeliness standards are maintained. Resolve complex coding questions that arise from team.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions: Evaluates medical record documentation and coding to optimize reimbursement by ensuring that diagnostic and procedural codes and other documentation accurately reflect and support outpatient visits and to ensure that data complies with legal standards and guidelines.
-Interprets medical information such as diseases or symptoms and diagnostic descriptions and procedures to accurately assign and sequence the correct ICD-9-CM and CPT codes.
-Provides technical guidance to physicians and other staff in identifying and resolving issues or errors such as incomplete or missing records and documentation, ambiguous or nonspecific documentation, and/or codes that do not conform to approved coding principles/guidelines.
-Manages complex coding situations and supports peers through challenging questions.
-Peer reviews records for management to ensure accuracy of information.
-Audits clinical documentation and coded data to validate documentation supports services rendered for reimbursement and reporting purposes.
-Researches, analyzes, recommends, and facilitates plan of action to correct discrepancies and prevent future coding errors.
-Identifies reportable elements, complications, and other procedures.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Professional Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred
Experience
Medical Coding Experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of medical coding systems, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, and their application in hospital billing.
- Familiar with coding guidelines and regulations, including those set by the AMA, CMS, and other relevant organizations.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to accurately interpret medical documentation and assign appropriate codes.
- Excellent understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and disease processes to support accurate coding.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with healthcare providers and billing staff.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote
399 Revolution Drive
40
Regular
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$25.50 - $36.49/Hourly
Grade
5
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