Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Coder and Biller, where your expertise will play a vital role in ensuring accurate medical documentation, coding, and billing processes. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for translating complex medical information into standardized codes, facilitating seamless insurance claims processing, and maintaining precise medical records. Your attention to detail and knowledge of coding systems will directly contribute to the efficiency and accuracy of our healthcare operations, supporting both patient care and organizational success.
Duties
- Review and analyze medical records to assign appropriateICD-10 diagnosis codes, CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) procedure codes, and DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group) classifications.
- Ensure all coding aligns with current regulations and guidelines to maximize reimbursement and compliance.
- Prepare and submit accurate insurance claims using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, ensuring timely processing.
- Follow up on unpaid or denied claims through effective medical collection practices while maintaining professionalism.
- Maintain comprehensive and organized medical records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to privacy laws.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation or resolve coding discrepancies promptly.
- Stay updated on changes in medical coding standards, including ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT coding updates, and relevant billing regulations.
Experience
- Proven experience in medical coding and billing within a healthcare setting, with familiarity using EMR/EHR systems.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and clinical procedures to accurately interpret medical records.
- Knowledge of medical coding standards such as ICD (International Classification of Diseases), CPT, DRG classifications, and their application in billing processes.
- Experience with medical collection procedures and resolving insurance claim issues effectively.
- Prior work in a medical office environment is preferred; certification such as CPC (Certified Professional Coder) is a plus but not mandatory.
- Ability to interpret complex medical records and documentation accurately while adhering to compliance standards. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a tangible difference! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports your professional growth while ensuring the highest standards of accuracy in healthcare documentation and billing practices.
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
