Certified Professional Coder (CPC) to provide quality review and analysis of a wide range of patient medical records and ensure accuracy of coding and maintain records in accordance with accepted medical and legal standards. Responsible for reviewing medical records to assure proper billing of the medical record, comparison of physician chosen CPT and ICD-10 codes to the physicians' documentation to substantiate the level of coding, physician services to include identification of professional services in and complete review of medical records to accurately optimize all professional services documented for billing.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Reviews all provider documentation to include review of patient histories, physical examinations, emergency room visits, procedures inpatient / outpatient. E/M inpatient/outpatient and discharge summaries to support assigned codes in the health information record so that all significant diagnoses and procedures may be captured for reimbursement
- Complete assigned duties in a timely, accurate manner
- Maintain regular scheduled hours
- Demonstrated competency of coding obtained within 6 months of hire
- Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and give attention to detail of the repetitive nature
- Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others
- Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment and decision making
- Communicates with providers to assure proper documentation and coding.
- Provides education to providers and other office staff as needed.
- Follows coding guidelines as they relate to specific payers.
- Communicates with the billing department and resolves coding discrepancies in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
High School Graduate.
Technical School Certificate/Degree Preferred
2+ years coding experience in a specialty clinic
AAPC Certification
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Normally works in climate controlled office environment Frequent sitting with movement throughout office space Use of computers throughout the work day
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent customer service skills. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate with a variety of patients, staff and physicians. Intermediate computer skills including experience in using personal computers; including Microsoft Office or similar applications, and electronic mail. Training or experience in keyboarding/data entry with an emphasis on speed and accuracy. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, and to sort and file information alphabetically and numerically. Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Experience:
Epic or other Electronic Medical Record Computer System experience preferred
Work Location:
Work Remotely: Upon Completion of Competency - Work from home optionable.
Scheduled Hours
Monday - Thursday, 830am - 5:00pm, 8-4 Fridays
Benefits:
· 401(k) Pension and Profit Sharing Plan
· Health Insurance
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Life Insurance
· Short Term Disability Insurance
· Paid Time Off
· Paid Sick Time
· Accident and Illness Insurance
· Employee Assistance Program
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
- Hybrid work
- Private practice
Education:
Experience:
- ICD-10/CPT: 2 years (Required)
- Medical Billing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- AAPC Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Neenah, WI 54956: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Neenah, WI 54956