Certified Coder

American Vision Partners; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Child care assistance

Pet insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Sick Time

Continuing education funds

Job summary

American Vision Partners in Phoenix, Arizona, is searching for a Certified Coder responsible for assigning ICD-10 diagnoses and CPT procedure codes. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of medical billing or coding experience and relevant certifications.

You will work to ensure accuracy in patient billing, optimize revenue opportunities, and follow CMS guidelines. The position offers extensive benefits including medical insurance, child care assistance, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years medical billing or coding experience required.
• Experience in Ophthalmology is a plus.
• Active knowledge of CMS guidelines and coding policies required.

Responsibilities

• Abstracts medical record documents to assign CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Reviews physician notes for accuracy in coding.
• Ensures compliance with coding guidelines for billing.

Skills

Medical billing or coding experience

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Job description

Overview

As a Certified Coder, you'll be responsible for the assignment of ICD-10 diagnoses and CPT procedure codes for physician professional services and ASC charges.

Responsibilities

• Abstracts medical record documents to determine appropriate CPT procedure(s) and ICD-10 diagnosis
• Reviews physician notes and charts for accuracy
• Ensures coded services, provider charges and medical record documentation meet appropriate guidelines or standards
• Carefully reviews and corrects any charges posted by clinic staff while ensuring all services are accounted for and billed
• Identifies and optimizes revenue opportunities
• Works closely with departments to optimize reimbursement, ensure charge capture, reduce late charges and provide feedback to providers
• Follows the established industry standard and CMS coding guidelines to ensure proper billing of charges - includes CPT-4 and ICD codes as well as modifiers
• Posts, produces and sends all charges for invoice vendors
• Adheres closely to the department’s charge reconciliation process
• Posts any related payments and/or adjustments for surgery charges posted
• Makes changes to demographic information as necessary in order to produce a clean patient statement
• Performs all other assigned duties

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certified Processional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required
• 5+ years medical billing or coding experience
• Experience in Ophthalmology is a plus
• Active knowledge of CMS guidelines, contracted insurance guidelines and coding policies
• Demonstrated computer literacy, math skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented, reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism

Benefits & Perks

Your health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!