Outpatient Profee Coder

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

📋 Description

• Conduct a thorough review of medical records and extract physicians’ professional services and diagnosis codes.

• Assign the correct ICD-10-CM and ICD-10 codes along with modifiers in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines.

• Offer feedback on documentation to clients and account managers.

• Maintain up-to-date coding reference materials.

• Review and communicate any new or updated billing and coding guidelines with providers and assigned specialties.

• Address pre-accounts receivable edits.

• Identify and report recurring documentation issues and system-related problems.

• Rectify incorrectly billed services, include missing unbilled services, supply missing data, and amend CPT and ICD-10 codes and modifiers.

• Collaborate with Patient Accounting and other operational areas to assist with coding reimbursement.

• Aid in identifying and resolving incorrect claim issues and support the drafting of appeal letters.

• Work alongside Revenue Cycle staff and Account Inquiry Unit personnel as needed.

• Assist in procuring documentation such as notes and operative reports.

• Provide additional information on codes and modifiers.

• Achieve minimum coding productivity and quality standards for each type of encounter.

• Perform other assigned duties.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent qualification.

• AHIMA or AAPC certification is mandatory.

• CPC, CPC-M, CPMA, CEMC, or CCS-P certification is preferred.

• Experience with Epic software is required.

• At least 1 year of experience in outpatient professional fee medical coding.

• Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

• Advanced and proficient understanding of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10 coding.

• Self-motivated with a strong passion for the company’s mission and values.

• Professional proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Proficient typing skills and effective pacing are essential.

• Competent application of business/office standard processes and technical applications.

• Availability to work part-time, between 20–30 hours per week.

• Willingness to work between 6 AM and 8 PM Central time, Monday through Friday.

• Current residency in the United States is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working hours whenever possible.

• A genuine sense of belonging to a vibrant and expanding organization.

• A diverse and inclusive community/work environment.