Certified Medical Coder — Drive Accurate Billing & Quality Care

HEALTHFIRST BLUEGRASS INC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthFirst Bluegrass is seeking a Medical Coder to join our mission-driven team. You will review clinical documentation and assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes to support compliant billing and quality care.

Collaborate with providers and staff to resolve coding questions, audit documentation, and assist with denials and reimbursement issues. CPC or CCS certification and at least 3 years of coding experience are required.

Qualifications

• CPC or CCS certification required.
• At least 3 years of medical coding and/or billing experience.
• Strong knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, Medicare, Medicaid, and payer requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and communication abilities.
• Experience with FQHC, primary care, behavioral health, or dental coding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and code patient encounters for accurate claim submission.
• Audit documentation for compliance and coding accuracy.
• Collaborate with providers and staff to resolve coding questions and discrepancies.
• Assist with claim edits, denials, and reimbursement-related coding issues.
• Provide coding guidance and education to clinical teams.
• Support quality improvement and revenue cycle initiatives.

Education

CPC or CCS certification

Tools

CPT knowledge

HCPCS knowledge

ICD-10-CM knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

HealthFirst Bluegrass is seeking a Medical Coder to join our mission-driven team. You will review clinical documentation and assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes to support compliant billing and quality care.

Collaborate with providers and staff to resolve coding questions, audit documentation, and assist with denials and reimbursement issues. CPC or CCS certification and at least 3 years of coding experience are required.