Medical Coder, SDS, GI

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

📋 Description

• Accurately apply ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes based on documentation and services provided.

• Ensure correct code sequencing, modifiers, and adherence to payer and regulatory standards.

• Review and rectify coding-related issues, denials, or rejected claims.

• Complete documentation or system entries related to claims.

• Abstract additional data elements during the Chart Review process.

• Examine patient medical records and clinical documentation.

• Identify incomplete or missing documentation and facilitate provider queries.

• Stay informed about coding regulations, payer policies, and healthcare laws.

• Support accurate submission of clean claims and billing processes.

• Collaborate with Billing, AR, and Authorization teams.

• Uphold productivity and accuracy standards.

• Assist with audit and compliance initiatives.

• Engage in internal and client quality audits/reviews.

• Train, coach, and mentor billers to ensure precise coding and billing practices.

• Remain up-to-date with medical coding, billing standards, and auditing protocols.

• Adhere to team and/or client procedures, policies, and methodologies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Ability to handle and safeguard confidential information.

• Graduate of medical allied courses; Nursing, Physical Therapy, Medical Technology (preferred but not mandatory).

• Minimum of 6 months consultancy contract, with potential for renewal.

• 1–3 years of experience in Medical Coding.

• Preferably experienced in Gastroenterology or Same Day Surgery.

• Active coding license (e.g., CPC).

• Flexibility in managing various specialties and client assignments.

• Understanding of ICD-9 or ICD-10 coding systems.

• Team player willing to assist, coach, and train billers on coding-specific requirements.

• Capability to share and impart coding knowledge with team members.

• Proficient data entry skills with a minimum of 50–60 accurate keystrokes per minute.

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and time management skills.

• Ability to work from home with a reliable internet connection and a backup option.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company-funded annual CPC renewal.

• Provision of equipment/company computer.

• Opportunity to work from home.