Remote Physician Coder

Summary

The job is a remote Physician Coder III position requiring at least 3 years of coding experience, preferably in multi-specialty coding, E&M Coding/Auditing, and behavioral health coding. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with an associates degree preferred. They must be certified (CPC, CCS, etc.) and have proficient knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and/or ICD-9/10 coding, and Medicare and Medicaid billing policies for professional services.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of coding experience required
• High-school diploma/GED required. Associates Degree preferred
• Successful completion of at least one AHIMA or AAPC certified program with the achievement of the correlating professional credential (CCS, CPC, etc.). Active and in good standing
• A CPC or CCS-P certification is required for this position. The CPC-A is not accepted
• Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and/or ICD-9/10 coding, and Medicare and Medicaid billing policies for professional services required
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, and healthcare information and billing systems

Responsibilities

• Review and accurately code all professional services including evaluation and management, therapy, diagnostics, and procedures in compliance with applicable Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer guidelines to ensure accurate reimbursement
• Adhere to MedKoder internal coding policies and expectations set forth by department management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in multi-specialty coding, E&M Coding/Auditing, with significant experience in Behavioral Health coding preferred
• Minimum 3 years of behavioral health physician coding experience and/or auditing experience preferred
• Experience working remotely is preferred but not required

Benefits

• We pay up to 100% of your health, vision, and dental premiums for you!
• This is a telecommute or 'work from home' role
• Fantastic time off package! 12 vacation days and 8 paid holidays
• Flexible schedules, year-round!
• Privately held, growing company with strong values and ethics
• Professional development and education
• Internal network of Medical Coding Industry Leaders
• 401K and Profit Sharing
• STD, LTD, Life insurance, and FSA Program
• Paid AAPC and AHIMA corporate memberships
• 30 Hours of CEU pay (continuance in education)