22913 Certified Medical Coder-w2 Only

nTech Workforce; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Certified Medical Coder to work remotely. This role involves reviewing medical records and coding diagnoses and procedures using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 conventions. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in inpatient and DRG auditing, knowledge of medical coding systems, and effective communication skills. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a 401K plan, and an employee referral bonus, among others.

Qualifications

• Must have inpatient and DRG auditing experience.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certification as a Coding Specialist (CCS preferred) is needed.
• Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology is a plus.
• Ability to interpret medical terminology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review medical record documentation and accurately code diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure DRG/APC assignment is accurate.
• Compile data from medical records for reimbursement.
• Adhere to corporate policies, including HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Inpatient and DRG auditing experience

Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT systems

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification as a Coding Specialist (CCS preferred)

Tools

Coding software

Job description

nTech Workforce has an immediate 22913 Certified Medical Coder

Terms of Employment

• W2 Contract, 5 Months
• Location: Remote

Overview

The purpose of this position is to review the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate/optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges; retrieves information from medical records, ensuring adherence with established methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review medical record documentation and accurately code the primary/secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding conventions.
• Sequence the diagnoses and procedures using coding guidelines.
• Ensure DRG/APC assignment is accurate.
• Abstract and compile data from medical records for appropriate optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges.
• Serves as backup to other administrative functions as assigned.
• Meets job standards for achieving contract deliverables.
• Assists with other job- and education-related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

Required Skills & Experience

• Must have inpatient and DRG auditing experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification as a Coding Specialist (CCS preferred - others may be considered with substantial hospital inpatient coding experience)
• Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT systems.
• Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
• Ability to interpret medical terminology.
• Knowledge of DRG/APC reimbursement.
• Coding software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.

Benefits Information

• Medical Insurance; Vision Insurance; Dental Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan (Discretionary Match Offered)
• Ancillary Coverage (Life, AD&D, Short Term / Long Term Disability)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit
• Note: As a contingent worker with nTech, you'll be paid for all approved hours worked; paid time off and paid holidays are not provided.

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nTech is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre‑employment drug and background screenings.