Certified Outpatient Coder

This Certified Outpatient Coder is a full time position-Days-working in the Business Office at Northwest Medical Center

Summary:

Seeking a detail-oriented and organized medical coder to join our growing team.  In this position, your primary responsibility will be in reviewing and analyzing medical billing and coding for processing.  You will review and accurately code office and hospital procedures for reimbursement.

Medical Coder Duties and responsibilities:

• Receive and review patient charts and documents for accuracy


• Ensure that all codes are current and active


• Report missing or incomplete documentation


• Meet daily coding production


• Update and maintain document lists


• Performs accurate charge entries


• Ensure proper coding on provider documentation


• Serves as resource regarding coding questions


• Follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to insure compliance with federal and state regulations


• Performs additional duties assigned by the Coding Manager as needed

Medical Coder Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school degree or equivalent: Bachelor's degree in related field preferred


• Medical Coding Certificate: CPC, COC, CIC by AAPC or CCS, CCS-P, RHIT by AHIMA


• Maintain coding certification and attend in-service training as required


• Two(2) years of medical coding experience


• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology


• Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team


• Strong computer skills in data entry, coding, and knowledge of Electronic Medical Records software: Microsoft Office Suite


• Accurate and precise attention to detail


• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Goal-oriented, organized team player