JOB TITLE: CERTIFIED MEDICAL CODER
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: BILLING OFFICE MANAGER
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians
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Ability to make logical decisions and solve problems
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Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding applications
REQUIREMENTS:
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High school diploma or GED certificate
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*Medical Coding Certification*
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Good communication skills
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Good computer skills
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Strong ethical and moral character references
- Pass security check
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Communication
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Communicates effectively and professionally with patients,
visitors, physicians, and co-workers
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Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner
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Conducts self as a positive role model and team member
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Respects patients’ rights to privacy, dignity and confidentiality
2. Duties
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Verify accuracy of patient’s insurance company name/address
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Enter the following charges daily using appropriate CPT code and ICD-10 code: Office Charges, CIG Professional Charges, SCECWC Facility Charges, SCECNE Facility Charges, Anesthesia Charges, Pathology Charges, Hospital Charges and Lab Charges
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Append appropriate modifiers as indicated
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Run Daily Report for Balancing at end of day
3. Job Quality Requirements
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Accuracy
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Attention to detail
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Timeliness
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Organization
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Little supervision needed to accomplish task
4. Dependability
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Attendance
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Punctuality
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Ability to follow instructions
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Ability to meet deadlines
5. Physical / mental Requirements
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Ability to sit, stand, and walk
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Visual and auditory acuity for frequent use of computer,
telephone, and occasional use of other office equipment
6. Regulatory
Abide by OSHA and HIPAA regulations
REQUIREMENTS:
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High school diploma or GED certificate
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*Medical Coding Certification*
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Good communication skills
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Good computer skills
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Strong ethical and moral character references
- Pass security check
