Profee, Facility Ophthalmology Medical Coder

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

📋 Description

• Deliver coding and abstracting services for physician and facility medical records utilizing ICD-10-CM, CPS, and CPT coding systems.

• Examine medical records to pinpoint relevant diagnoses and procedures.

• Choose principal and supplementary diagnoses and procedures based on UHDDS definitions.

• Guarantee accurate DRG assignment.

• Abstract data from medical records in accordance with client guidelines.

• Achieve productivity and quality performance standards.

• Input coded charts in real time during the scheduled shift.

• Seek physician clarification for any unclear or contradictory documentation.

• Engage in team meetings and mandatory training sessions.

• Provide training or shadowing for other coders upon request.

• Collaborate with multiple clients to fulfill necessary classification hours.

• Participate in Coding Roundtables by presenting on coding and Health Information Management topics.

• Stay updated on Coding Clinic, CPT Assistant, and Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.

• Complete designated educational modules.

• Ensure coding credentials are current and active.

• Maintain effective professional communication and enhance the company's positive image.

⛳️ Requirements

• Possession of CPC, COC, CIC, CCA, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, or RHIA credential is mandatory.

• At least 3 years of relevant coding experience is required.

• Minimum of 3 years of coding experience in Profee and Facility Ophthalmology charts.

• Proficient in coding Clinic E&M, diagnosis codes, and CPTs.

• Experience in coding both profee-PB and facility-HB ophthalmology charts is essential.

• Epic with 3M 360 experience is required.

• Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, surgical technology, pharmacology, and disease processes.

• Extensive familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPS, and CPT coding principles and guidelines.

• Understanding of reimbursement systems, as well as federal, state, and payor-specific documentation, coding, and billing regulations and policies.

• Must successfully pass a coding proficiency assessment.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.

• High level of coding accuracy and attention to detail.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Capacity to work for extended periods at a computer while remaining seated.

• Must keep coding credentials up to date and active.

🏝️ Benefits

• Healthcare coverage.

• 401k plan.

• Paid time off.

• Remote working environment.