Professional Physician Coder - HeartCare

The Professional Physician Coder accurately and efficiently accesses a wide range of physician billing and Health Information Systems to secure and gather all necessary records to accurately code and bill professional physician and/or physician extender (mid-level) services. This is an entry-level professional physician coding role.

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews medical records and codes physician services utilizing current ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS classification systems.
• Codes diagnosis, co-morbidities, complications, therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, supplies, materials, injections, and drugs using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Assists the Central Business Office to ensure appropriate and complete follow-up of patient accounts to maximize reimbursement, including insurance denials.
• Notifies the Team Lead, Manager, and/or Compliance department of any compliance violations discovered during the review process.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, physician extenders, physician offices, members of the coding team, and manager.
• Utilizes resource materials available in the department to support accurate coding practices.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance consistent with organizational policies and applicable federal, state, and local standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.