The Medical Coder III functions as an advanced coder responsible for abstraction and in-depth analysis of medical documentation and the assignment of procedural terminology and medical codes in accordance with applicable coding rules and policies such as ICD-10, CPT-4, HCPCS, and DRG.
This role reviews codes created by electronic charge capture or assigns codes directly from medical record documentation, resolves coding denials, corrects claim errors related to improper coding, performs edit checks, and responds to internal requests for medical information. The position also communicates documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues to providers and other stakeholders for follow-up and resolution.
Job details
- Department: United Business Office Coding
- Shift: Day
- Schedule: 40 hours per week
- Work location: Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience as a medical coder are required.
Preferred qualifications:
- Associate's degree in Health Information Technology or a health-related field
- Additional coding experience in the area of assignment
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
- AHIMA RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification
- AAPC CPC certification
- Practice Management Institute CMC certification
Location
New York, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago