Physician Services Coder II – ED

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

📋 Description

• Assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes along with modifiers based on medical record documentation.

• Review and effectively resolve pre-bill edits.

• Examine and appropriately address coding denials.

• Achieve or surpass productivity benchmarks.

• Maintain a minimum accuracy rate of 95.5% in monthly internal audits.

• Present coding concerns to internal team members, internal clients, or external clients.

• Provide information in one-on-one settings or small group formats to colleagues.

• Adhere to deadlines and complete tasks ahead of monthly closing dates.

• Identify and apply CCI, LCD, NCD, and other relevant coding regulations and client-specific guidelines.

• Execute additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Vocational or technical education beyond high school is required.

• A minimum of 3-5 years of coding experience is necessary.

• Certification as a CPC, CCS-P, or equivalent is required.

• Experience in multi-specialty Evaluation and Management coding is necessary.

• Proficient understanding of medical terminology, human anatomy, and coding rules and regulations.

• Familiarity with third-party reimbursement regulations and billing practices.

• Ability to assess documents for accuracy and completeness.

• Detail-oriented with a capacity to identify and resolve issues.

• Knowledge of CCI, LCD, NCD, and other relevant coding regulations.

• Strong communication skills to work effectively with colleagues.

• Ability to collaborate as a team member in all activities.

• Conduct oneself in an ethical, honest, and professional manner.

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Must acquire and provide proof of necessary vaccinations and screenings, as required and permitted by law, prior to employment commencement.

🏝️ Benefits

• Position may qualify for a signing bonus for eligible new hires, contingent upon employment status.

• Time and a half compensation for observed holidays at Conifer.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage.

• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – a minimum of 12 days per year, accruing at a rate of approximately 1.84 hours for every 40 hours worked.

• 401k plan with up to a 6% employer match.

• Ten paid holidays annually.

• Health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependents.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Employee discount program.

• Optional benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare support, AD&D, and auto & home insurance.

• For employees in Colorado, paid leave in accordance with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.