
Coding Specialist
Posted Jun 20

Posted Jun 20
This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.
• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM, PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes based on provider documentation and clinical records.
• Implement official guidelines, payer policies, NCCI edits, and modifier rules to enhance clean-claim rates.
• Review medical charts for specificity, medical necessity, and documentation deficiencies; escalate to CDI/provider queries as necessary.
• Assist in the prevention and resolution of denials by analyzing claim edits and identifying root causes.
• Maintain targets for productivity and accuracy while documenting coding rationale.
• Safeguard PHI and adhere to HIPAA/security best practices in a fully remote setting.
• Collaborate with billing, accounts receivable, compliance, and clinical teams to enhance revenue cycle performance.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.
• Current credentials such as CPC, CCS, CIC, COC, or CRC (coding certification must align with the role).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in medical coding for both professional fee and facility settings.
• Experience in specialty coding (ER, IP, OBS, Swing) is highly preferred.
• Background in coding audits, second-level reviews, and coder coaching is advantageous.
• Knowledge of denial management, payer policy research, and appeals support is preferred.
• Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM, PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, and E/M guidelines.
• Familiarity with encoder/grouper tools, EHR workflows, and claim edit concepts (e.g., NCCI).
• Experience coding without the use of encoder/grouper tools.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, documentation standards, and audit expectations.
• Ability to operate independently in a remote, metric-driven environment.
• Access to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Additional benefits, including Pet Care Coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and discounted services.
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