Part Time PB Neurosurgery Medical Coder

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

📋 Description

• Execute precise surgical coding for assigned Neurology surgery chart types.

• Analyze clinical documentation and diagnostic findings to gather relevant data.

• Implement correct ICD-10 diagnosis codes and CPT/HCPCS codes for purposes of coding, billing, reporting, research, and regulatory compliance.

• Code conditions and procedures in accordance with ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines, CMS/MAC regulations, CPT standards, and other mandated coding protocols.

• Assess coding-related payer denials and suggest actions for resolving claims.

• Achieve and maintain a coding accuracy rate of 95% while adhering to productivity benchmarks.

• Manage the review queue on a daily basis and relay corrections to the facility.

• Identify and communicate charts that require re-bills on a daily basis.

• Report any coder downtime promptly to administrative staff.

• Collaborate directly with IQC staff to fulfill facility quality standards.

• Address physician and hospital coding or billing inquiries within eight hours.

• Code or pend every chart in the queue within 24 hours and inform administrative staff if turnaround times cannot be met.

• Check the Guidehouse email system at least every two hours during coding activities.

• Uphold professional credentials throughout the duration of employment.

• Utilize the Guidehouse coding website as a daily resource for coding and abstraction.

• Ensure workstations are compliant with HIPAA regulations.

• Review and adhere to coding division policies and procedures.

• Work in partnership with facility coding and billing teams to enhance efficiency and reimbursement.

• Promptly communicate any issues or discrepancies in coding to the supervisor.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.

• At least 3 years of experience in Neurology Surgery Coding, including inpatient and outpatient coding for physician claims.

• CPC certification from AAPC is required.

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

• Must maintain certification throughout employment.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and interact with personnel and clients at all levels.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.

• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• High degree of accuracy is essential.

• Strong understanding and practical experience with Federal and State Coding regulations and guidelines.

• Availability to work 20 hours per week.

• Experience in multi-specialty surgical coding is a plus.

• Coding experience with Neuro Trauma cases, such as spinal and brain traumas, is advantageous.

• Experience coding for teaching hospitals is a plus.

• Familiarity with EPIC is considered a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance.

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays.

• Position may qualify for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.

• Parental Leave.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance.

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.

• Skills Development & Certifications.

• Employee Referral Program.

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach.

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program.

• Flexible benefits package.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.