Certified Medical Coder II

Konsus, Inc. (Superside); United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Medical Coder II for a full-time remote role. You will be responsible for abstracting patient information, assigning medical codes, and ensuring accuracy in billing processes. Candidates should hold an AHIMA-approved coding certificate and have extensive knowledge of coding guidelines and medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a coding certificate program with AHIMA approval preferred.
• Associate degree or equivalent with at least three years of experience.
• Certification required within one year of hire; options include RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, or CCA.

Responsibilities

• Abstract information from patient records and assign appropriate codes.
• Query physicians for clarification on documentation and coding assignments.
• Monitor coding work queues to ensure accuracy in billing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of medical coding guidelines

Anatomy and medical terminology

Education

AHIMA-approved coding certificate

Associate degree or equivalent training

Job description

A company is looking for a Medical Coder II, Inpatient Hospital Full Time Remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Abstracts information from patient records and assigns appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes
• Queries physicians for clarification on documentation and coding assignments
• Monitors coding work queues and ensures accuracy in billing and reimbursement processes

Required Qualifications, Training, and Education

• Successful completion of a coding certificate program with AHIMA approval preferred
• Associate degree or equivalent training through at least three years of on-the-job experience required
• Certification required within one year of hire; acceptable certifications include RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, or CCA
• Knowledge of coding guidelines for ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology