Coder - Physician Based

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

The physician based coder is responsible for accurate and timely review and coding of procedures and surgeries for multi-specialty areas into the billing and accounts receivable system. Ensures that all external regulations affecting the coding process are implemented in the work course to assure compliance and consistency of coding and reduce the risk of external audits.

Review physician reports and append appropriate CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 codes, and modifiers. Verify that physician documentation supports the billing. Query physician when necessary to ensure correct coding.

Minimum Education:

Required: Associates Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education

Specify Degree(s): Graduate of accredited medical coding program

Minimum Experience:

Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA) or

Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (AHIMA) or

Certified Professional Coder (AAPC)

Preferred:

Registered Health Information Administrator (AHIMA) or

Registered Health Information Technician (AHIMA)

Other: CCS, CCS-P OR CPC required. RHIT or RHIA candidates also considered.

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