Medical Coding Specialist II – Profee, Multi Specialty

Jobtailor; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobtailor is seeking a skilled Medical Coder in Germany who can determine ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS codes using encoder and grouper software. You will apply regulatory guidelines to select accurate modifiers and E/M codes across specialties.

Requirements include a high school diploma or medical coding education, or active coding certification, plus 1 year of coding experience; 2 years across multiple specialties are preferred.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent and medical coding education required.
• Active coding certification required as alternative to formal education.
• 1 year progressive coding experience required.
• 2 years progressive coding experience across multiple specialties preferred.
• CPC, COC, CIC, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CRC, RHIT, RHIA certifications required upon hire.
• RHIT or RHIA preferred.

Aufgaben

• Utilize available encoder, grouper software, and other coding resources to determine appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and/or HCPCS including specialty specific codes and E/M codes.
• Apply knowledge of NCCI, LCD/NCD directives, MUEs, and Medicare Teaching Physician Guidelines to select appropriate codes and modifiers.

Kenntnisse

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

Regulatory compliance

Medicare guidelines

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical coding education

Associate’s Degree in healthcare related field

Tools

Encoder Software

Grouper Software

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• Utilize available encoder, grouper software, and other coding resources to determine the appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and/or HCPCS including specialty specific codes and Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes.
• Maintain an understanding and apply knowledge of National Correct Coding Initiatives (NCCI), Local Coverage Documents and National Coverage Documents (LCD/NCD) directives, Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs), and Medicare Teaching Physician Guidelines, applying knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and institutional guidelines to select appropriate codes and modifiers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and medical coding education Required.
• In lieu of a medical coding education, an active coding certification Required.
• Associate’s Degree in a healthcare related field Preferred.
• 1 year of progressive coding experience (For HCC-specific roles, experience must be specific to HCC) Required.
• 2 years progressive coding experience in multiple specialties, HCC Risk adjustment Coding Preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Upon Hire Required.
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) Upon Hire Required.
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) Upon Hire Required.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Upon Hire Required.
• Certified Coding Specialist Physician-Based (CCS-P) Upon Hire Required.
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA) Upon Hire Required.
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) Upon Hire Required.
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Upon Hire Required.
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Upon Hire Required.
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred.
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Preferred.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in medical coding, including proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, while adhering to regulatory requirements and institutional guidelines. Holds relevant coding certifications and possesses experience in diverse medical specialties.

Tools & Technologies

• Encoder Software
• Grouper Software