We are seeking an experienced Medical Coder to join a fast-paced healthcare team in Passaic County, NJ.
Key responsibilities:
- Review Progress Notes and Operative Reports to accurately assign CPT and ICD codes
- Independently code directly from clinical documentation (not a data entry role)
- Advise physicians on appropriate coding levels and missed or incorrect billable services
- Ensure claims are billed accurately, neither over- nor under-coded
- Maintain proactive, clear communication with physicians and internal teams
- Process a high daily volume of claims (approximately 150–200 per day) with speed and accuracy
Qualifications:
- Comprehensive, working knowledge of CPT and ICD coding; must be able to read and code directly from progress notes & operative reports
- Minimum of 2 years of professional medical coding experience
- Excellent communication skills; confident advising physicians
Preferred:
- CPC certification
- Experience with eClinicalWorks
- GI experience
This role is ideal for a confident coder who thrives in a high-volume environment and serves as a trusted coding resource to physicians.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years professional medical coding experience
- Knowledge of CPT and ICD coding
- Ability to code directly from clinical documentation
- Excellent communication skills
- CPC certification preferred
- Experience with eClinicalWorks preferred
- GI experience preferred
Location
New Jersey, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
4 weeks ago