Certified Medical Coder

116 & West; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account

401k Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

NWOS is hiring a Certified Medical Coder to ensure accurate coding using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, and to verify that medical documentation supports services billed. This on-site role requires collaboration with clinical staff to obtain complete charge information and ensure compliant, timely billing.

The ideal candidate holds CPC or COSC certification, with 2+ years in medical office billing or coding preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current ICD10 and CPT guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer systems and programs.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment including fax machines, copiers, scanners, etc.

Responsibilities

• Code procedures using CPT, ICD-10, and modifiers.
• Verify documentation and complete charge information for billing.
• Assist with insurance information, referrals, and payments processing.
• Correct and resubmit claims as needed to ensure accurate payments.
• Maintain billing records and reports in accordance with policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and insurance companies.

Skills

ICD-10 CPT knowledge

Medical terminology

Oral & written communication

Computer systems literacy

Office equipment familiarity

Education

CPC or COSC certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Downtown Clinic
601 W 5th Ave Suite 400
Spokane, WA 99204, USA

NWOS is hiring a Certified Medical Coder. The Certified Medical Coder serves as support for the providers and/or facilities of NWOS. The Certified Medical Coder ensures claims are coded accurately using appropriate codes from classification systems like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS. The Certified Medical Coder ensures that medical documentation supports the services billed and complies with legal and regulatory standards. This is not a remote position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• It is the expectation of all NWOS employees to demonstrate, uphold and educate staff on all 19 NWOS Fundamentals.
• Coordinates with clinical staff to get complete charge information for all encounters.
• Codes information on procedures performed while ensuring proper use of CPT, ICD10, and modifiers.
• Verifies documentation and completes charge information to produces accurate billings according to organizational policies.
• Works closely with staff to ensure accurate collection of insurance information, referrals, and payments.
• Corrects and resubmits claims as needed to ensure accurate payments.
• Maintains required billing records, reports, files, etc.
• Provides excellent customer service to patients, clerical staff, and insurance companies, communicating in a positive and professional manner.
• Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints.
• Ensures that Accounts Receivable is kept current according to organizational benchmarks.
• Adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPC (Certified Professional Coder) and/or COSC (Certified Orthopedic Surgery Coder)
• High School Graduate or equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATOINS:

• Minimum of 2 years in a medical office, billing or coding role. CPC or COSC certification may be considered in lieu of experience.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of current ICD10 and CPT guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer systems and programs.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment including fax machines, copiers, scanners, etc.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & ADD Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life & ADD Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary AFLAC Options
• 401k Employer Match after 1 year & 1,000 hours worked
• 401k Profit Sharing after 1 year & 1,000 hours worked
• Paid Time Off
• 7 paid holidays

SHIFT:

• Monday - Friday
• Training will be conducted at both our Downtown Spokane and Spokane Valley Offices

HIRING RANGE:

• $20.25 - $36.03

Related Jobs: Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Biller, Certified Professional Coder

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Cert. Professional Coder

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