Physician Practice Coder

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

📋 Description

• Conduct reviews of CPT and ICD-10 coding by meticulously examining each line item in physician medical records and charge sessions.

• Carry out chart audits to guarantee accurate coding and charge capture.

• Analyze patient medical records to extract diagnoses and procedures.

• Assign codes for diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers utilizing ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS systems.

• Organize diagnoses, procedures, and complications according to established coding and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with the CDCI team and relevant medical personnel to clarify details in medical records.

• Address coding inquiries and investigate coding-related issues.

• Ensure that billed services are correctly coded.

• Provide ongoing updates related to coding practices.

• Examine charts for proper documentation and required signatures.

• Work alongside revenue cycle stakeholders on denial resolutions, root-cause analysis, and provider feedback initiatives.

• Execute additional responsibilities as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• An Associate’s Degree or relevant work experience equivalent to a minimum of 2 years.

• CPC – Certified Professional Coder or CPC-A – Certified Professional Coder Apprentice certification.

• 2–5 years of experience in a multi-specialty physician coding setting, encompassing coding, compliance, and billing processes.

• Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, and CPT-4.

• Basic knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.

• Strong proficiency in health records, computerized billing and charging systems, Microsoft applications, data integrity, and processing techniques.

• Exceptional organizational abilities with a capacity to multitask, prioritize assignments, follow through, and meet deadlines.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Problem-solving skills using job knowledge and current policies/procedures.

• Capability to collaborate effectively with healthcare delivery teams and staff.

• Ability to manage frequent interruptions, adapt to changes in workload and schedules, and respond promptly to urgent requests.

• Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality of personal and health-sensitive information.

• Adherence to HIPAA regulations and guidelines.

• Successful completion of a background check prior to employment.

• Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 and flu, along with a COVID-19 booster dose, is required.

• Compliance with BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits.

• Discretionary annual bonuses.

• Merit increases.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• 403(b) savings matches.

• Paid time off.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Resources available to support employee and family well-being.

• COVID-19 and flu vaccination, plus a COVID-19 booster, are mandatory for staff.