Certified Medical Coders

BESTICA, INC; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and collaborative team as a Certified Medical Coder II, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring accurate coding and billing for government clients. This remote position offers the flexibility to work from various locations while adhering to CMS guidelines. With a focus on fostering a positive culture, this innovative firm values employee dedication and hard work. If you're passionate about medical coding and looking to make a difference in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

10 Days PTO

11 Paid Federal Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Certified Medical Coder.
• Completion of relevant educational programs in medical coding or health sciences.

Responsibilities

• Follow CMS guidelines for accurate coding and billing.
• Coordinate with practices to improve coding documentation.

Skills

Medical Coding

ICD-10

CPT

Health Information Management

Anatomy and Physiology

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

University Certificate in Medical Coding

30 Semester Hours of Relevant Coursework

Job description

Bestica is seeking Certified Medical Coder II’s to provide remote work for our government customers.

Objective: The team will follow the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) / Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) guidelines, payer policies, the 10th version of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and other official source guidance to support compliant and accurate coding/billing. During the initial startup, the team will arrange daily and weekly huddle calls to support a smooth go-live; the team will then set the cadence for ongoing project implementation meetings and collaboration with the Government. The physician coding teams will coordinate with practices and/or providers, when needed, to discuss opportunities for improving coding documentation, as well as to address any questions that may aid in timely and accurate coding.

Benefits and Details:

• Medical Vision
• Life Dental and more
• 10 Days PTO
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Remote Work: All personnel will be ‘remote’ as it relates to the client, working from a mix of locations inclusive of corporate offices where available. We expect to staff both full-time and part-time individuals during traditional local business hours, as well as part-time individuals in evenings and weekends for increased flexibility, availability, and overall production rates.

MUST HAVE AT LEAST 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A CERTIFIED MEDICAL CODER

Education: Post-high school education through a university or technical school program resulting in completion of ONE of the following:

1. An associate’s degree or higher in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a biological science; OR
2. A university certificate in medical coding; OR
3. At least 30 semester hours’ university/college credit that includes relevant coursework such as anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, health information management, and/or pharmacology; OR
4. Successful completion of an American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) coding certification preparation course for professional services or facility coding that includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health information management concepts, and pharmacology; OR
5. Successful completion of a training course beyond apprentice level for medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training, obtained in a training program given by the Armed Forces or the U.S. Maritime Service under close medical and professional supervision.

Certification: ONE of the following recognized professional coding certifications:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P)

AND ONE of the following recognized institutional coding certifications:

• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

AND ONE of the following recognized E&M coding certifications:

• Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC)
• National Alliance of Medical Auditing Specialists’ (NAMAS) Certified Evaluation and Management Auditor (CEMA)

We at Bestica believe our success is a direct result of hard work and outstanding employee dedication. Our environment is dynamic, friendly, and collaborative. We foster a positive culture, where innovation and synergy are encouraged to build our workplace into a community of like-minded, passionate people.

Bestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If this opportunity aligns with your capabilities and career desires, please take a moment to visit our website at www.bestica.com.