Medical Coder – Edit and Charge Review Focus

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

📋 Description

• Evaluate clinician-submitted charge recommendations for obstetric and GYN services.

• Address coding discrepancies and errors in charge entry.

• Confirm charge precision and implement coding adjustments when documentation reveals inconsistencies or areas for enhancement.

• Oversee coding queues.

• Allocate and order diagnoses and procedures in accordance with ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines, CPT Assistant, Physician at Teaching Hospital Rules, and Evaluation and Management Documentation Guidelines.

• Facilitate precise charge capture.

• Examine and report on errors, trends, and findings.

• Generate reports utilizing Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Analyze regulatory and payer guidelines related to coding.

• Execute other responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Certified AAPC Coder.

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree, or a suitable combination of relevant education and/or experience.

• Proficient in billing, collections from insurance providers and patients, insurance follow-up, and charge entry.

• Familiarity with revenue cycle management processes.

• Competent in using eBridge, Putty, and Lyra software.

• Skilled in Microsoft 365 Office suite with moderate proficiency in Excel.

• Capable of generating reports using Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Proficient in interpreting regulatory and payer guidelines and directives regarding coding.

• Ability to thrive in a high-volume setting while maintaining quality output.

• Strong interpersonal and telephone communication abilities.

• Capacity to work independently and troubleshoot issues.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize duties effectively.

• Exceptional attention to detail, including clinical data, medical terminology, and disease processes.

• Solid understanding of HIPAA as it pertains to revenue cycle management.

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

• High ethical standards.

• Reliable, responsible, and team-oriented.

• Effective interpersonal skills when engaging with OB hospitalists and staff.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for a bonus plan.

• Opportunities for remote work.

• Monthly bonus program.

• Health insurance coverage.

• 401(k) benefits, including a Roth option.

• Generous paid time off and holidays.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.

• Flexible Spending Account options.

• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.

• Employer-covered short- and long-term disability.

• Optional short-term disability buy-up plan.

• Legal plan available.

• Identity theft protection services.

• Mental health support and resources.

• Employee referral program.

• Mission-driven company culture.