Job Summary
Under indirect supervision, this remote associate reviews medical records and assigns or verifies the appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes while following compliance regulations and coding guidelines. The role supports accurate charge review, claim creation, and communication with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding coding and documentation issues.
Responsibilities
- Audit provider documentation to ensure accurate coding assignment
- Review assigned work daily and maintain timely charge review and claim creation
- Resolve coding edits and coding-related denials through work queues
- Make coding-related charge corrections and resubmit claims when applicable
- Assist with billing issues related to accurate coding
- Support provider and staff education on documentation and coding requirements
- Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA privacy and security policies
- Stay current with coding updates and continuing education requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications
Qualifications
- High school diploma required
- Base coding certification required: CPC, CPC-H, CCA, CCS, or CCS-P
- Two additional specialty credentials required
- Minimum 1 year of experience coding Evaluation and Management services
- Surgical specialty experience preferred
- Knowledge of medical record content, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-CM/PCS, and CPT coding systems
- Understanding of coding concepts, billing systems, and legal/regulatory compliance requirements
- Strong judgment, decision-making, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Ability to handle difficult interactions professionally and remain calm under stress
Location
Tennessee, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago
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