Medical Coder

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

📋 Description

• Conduct diagnosis coding for inpatient, outpatient, and physician office medical records in accordance with Risk Adjustment and Medicare Part C guidelines.

• Execute intake validity checks on received medical records, ensuring accuracy of physician specialty, service dates, physician/practitioner signatures, and Attestation.

• Document process information in systems as per contract and organizational protocols.

• Analyze feedback from Senior Coders to enhance accuracy and quality.

• Input data precisely into encoders, systems, and other necessary software utilizing a personal computer, keyboard, and/or mouse.

• Adhere to established processes and procedures.

• Report any unique record or process issues to the Project Lead, Project Manager, or Project Director.

• Safeguard the security and confidentiality of medical records and Protected Health Information (PHI).

• Achieve or surpass customer/company productivity and accuracy benchmarks with a minimum of 95% IRR.

• Comply with company attendance requirements.

• Maintain appropriate interactions with peers, coworkers, contractors, and customers.

• Foster a positive team environment.

• Carry out other assigned duties and projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least one (1) year of experience in coding general acute hospital inpatient and outpatient and/or multi-specialty physician office medical records, not including internships.

• Must hold a coding certification from a recognized institution such as AAPC or AHIMA.

• Acceptable certifications include CPC, CCS, RHIA, RHIT.

• CRC certification is advantageous.

• Preferred experience in abstracting and ICD-9/ICD-10 coding.

• Preferred experience in Risk Adjustment Data Validation or CMS-HCC audits.

• Background in conducting medical record coding audits, including complex medical record abstraction.

• Capability to work independently while maintaining a high level of focus.

• Ability to consistently execute tasks with both speed and precision.

• Competence in reading, analyzing, and interpreting physician documentation.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating professionalism.

• Ability to collaborate effectively and thrive in a team-oriented environment.

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Flexibility and ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment.

• Additional employee benefits are available, with details accessible through RELI Group's benefits information.

• Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

• HUBZone applicants are encouraged to apply.