Reviews medical record documentation to determine appropriate billing codes and supporting documentation.
- Reviews records to identify all pertinent facts needed to select diagnoses and procedures that accurately describe the patient's condition and treatment.
- Codes evaluation and management services to the appropriate CPT code and diagnoses to the appropriate ICD code set.
- Meets with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding issues, and obtain signatures for unsigned dates of service.
- Serves as a lead resource and assists other coders and billing staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation.
- Helps improve physician awareness of documentation requirements.
- Prepares case reports and initiates follow-up for the billing process.
- Primarily remote, with on-site presence required at least once per month.
Requirements & Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Must hold one of the following credentials: CCA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A, RHIA, or RHIT.
- No specific work experience required.
- Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is preferred.
- Associate degree in Medical Coding & Billing is preferred.
- Skills preferred: computer systems, ICD-10 procedure coding system, medical billing and coding, and medical terminology.
Benefits & Perks
Benefits and Perks
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer contributions starting at 7%.
- Wellness programs, mental health resources, and employee assistance program.
- 4 weeks of caregiver leave.
- Tuition coverage for employees and family members, including dependent undergraduate tuition support.
Location
Missouri, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 months ago