Come and join our growing organization as a Medical Coder - Certified!

Roswell Park Care Network is a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care, supporting community physician practices across New York State. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while advancing innovative treatment options in a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

The Medical Coder position offers a hybrid schedule. After successfully completing on-site training, the schedule transitions to just one on-site day per week.

As the Medical Coder you are responsible for reviewing medical records to assure proper billing of the medical service, 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 and complete review of medical record.

Responsibilities:

Meet coding accuracy standards within 90% to 95% as well as coding productivity standards.
Review, re-code and appeal denials for all specialties including inpatient, outpatient, physician, pathology, and infusion charts as necessary.
Review discharge summary, history and physical, progress notes, consultation reports, operative records, inpatient hospital records to accurately assign diagnosis and/or procedure codes.
Utilize standard coding guidelines, principles, and coding clinics to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
Use computer applications essential to completing the coding process efficiently.
Correct errors after reviewing medical records and comparing with system entries; investigate payer coding rules, complete insurance claim appeals, submit supporting documentation, track, and follow up.
Assign Risk Adjustment diagnoses by thorough review of all documentation using knowledge of anatomy, physiology, terminology, and pathology.
Interpret medical information to accurately assign and sequence ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
Review state and federal Medicare reimbursement claims for completeness and accuracy before submission to minimize denials.
Stay updated on laws and regulations governing coding by reading bulletins, newsletters, and attending workshops.
Educate and advise staff on proper code selection, documentation, procedures, and requirements.
Identify training needs, prepare training materials, and support staff to improve skills.
Participate in monthly coding meetings, sharing ideas for operational improvements.
Maintain continuing education by reviewing updated CPT guidelines and coding clinics.

Requirements:

CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CMC (Certified Medical Coder) certification required.
1-3 years of specialty coding experience (e.g., Urology, ENT, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Breast Health & Oncology).
Experience with EMR and billing systems such as Medent and ONCO preferred.
Working knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, and ICD-10 coding.
Familiarity with medical office procedures.

Salary Description: $23.00-$30.00/hour

Benefits:

Monday-Friday schedule
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
401(k) with company match
Generous vacation and sick time
Company-paid life insurance
11 paid holidays