Medical Coder

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Review and verify medical coding sets for accuracy.

• Convert diagnoses, procedures, and services into standardized coding formats.

• Ensure adherence to VA coding policies and billing standards.

• Utilize ICD, CPT, HCPCS, and other VHA-approved coding systems.

• Stay updated on coding revisions and CCN Next Gen-specific coding requirements.

• Conduct coding quality assurance, audits, and resolve discrepancies.

• Generate coding reports.

• Engage in meetings related to coding activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Certificate Program is mandatory.

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience is required.

• Must hold one of the following certifications: AHIMA or AAPC Apprentice/Associate Certification; AHIMA or AAPC Mastery-Level Certification; AHIMA or ACDIS Clinical Documentation Improvement Certification.

• Strong knowledge of VHA coding systems and code sets is essential.

• Sponsorship is not available.

• Must have resided continuously in the United States for the past three (3) years before appointment at a federal facility.

• Capability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders throughout the work shift.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

• Ability to carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.

• Ability to exert a push/pull force of 30 lbs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible remote work arrangement.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Reasonable accommodations available during the application process.

• Option for SMS/text message updates regarding the job application.