Medical Coding Specialist – Wound Care

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

📋 Description

• Evaluate provider documentation from office visits, surgical procedures, and various wound care services.

• Allocate the correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and CPT/HCPCS procedure codes in accordance with established coding guidelines and payer regulations.

• Ensure coding precision and thoroughness to facilitate correct claim submissions and minimize denials.

• Inquire with providers when documentation is lacking, ambiguous, or inconsistent with coding standards.

• Stay updated on advancements in wound care coding, changes in payer policies, and compliance regulations.

• Work in conjunction with the billing team to address claim rejections, denials, and issues related to coding.

• Uphold the confidentiality of patient information in line with HIPAA regulations.

• Engage in coding audits and offer insights to enhance documentation and coding accuracy.

• Aid in educating providers and staff on improving documentation related to orthopedic coding.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.

• Certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or its equivalent from AAPC/AHIMA.

• At least 2 years of coding experience, preferably in wound care or a related field.

• Understanding of office-based E/M and wound care procedures (preferred).

• Knowledge of payer-specific wound care coding guidelines (preferred).

• Proficiency in EHR and coding software systems (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Employer-sponsored Major Medical.

• Employer-sponsored Dental.

• Employer-sponsored Vision.

• Accidental Death and Disability insurance.

• Short-term disability.

• 4.5% 401K matching.

• Flexible spending account.

• Generous paid time off.