Clinic Coder (Remote)

DaMar Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ScionHealth is seeking a Medical Coder to code diagnoses, procedures, and operations in patient records using ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines. You will enter data into the automated system and ensure accuracy of codes for compliance.

Minimum three years of professional coding experience and current CPC certification preferred. This role offers remote work with periodic onsite presence at facilities or physician practices.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS codes as applicable to medical records.
• Ability to understand and code medical records accurately.
• Strong written and verbal communication; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Code medical records using ICD-10-CM; enter coded information into automated systems.
• Assign final diagnostic codes for diagnoses and procedures per guidelines.
• Ensure necessary factors for CPT coding are present and diagnoses are properly documented.
• Abstract and retrieve medical data for evaluation and planning in care programs.

Skills

ICD-10-CM codes

CPT codes

HCPCS level II codes

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

Description At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best.We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other.We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking.Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Codes medical records, including all diagnoses, operative and diagnostic procedures in patient medical records, using the International Classification of Diseases and enters coded information into an automated system

Essential Functions

Using the coding system, assigns and records an accurate code to all diagnoses, procedures, and operations as documented in the patient medical record based on official coding guidelinesEnsures that all factors necessary for assigning an accurate CPT are present, and that all diagnoses are recorded properlyContacts practice designee regarding questions on diagnoses, need for greater detail or different terminology to assign accurate codes to medical recordsEnter final diagnostic codes for diagnoses and proceduresComplies with internal procedures established to ensure compliance with regulatory agenciesReports on potential coding discrepancies to Director of Physician Coding and Director of Physician Auditing & Education to assure that only accurate and properly documented services are coded in accordance with Federal False ClaimsProvides information and responds to inquiries regarding medical documentation and coding questionsConducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Support Center Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standardsPromotes adherence to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and the Support Center Compliance Agreement by monitoring employee performance and identifying and responding to compliance issuesAbstracts and retrieves medical data for evaluation, planning, or research in health care and related programs

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Expectations

Knowledge of medical terminology, International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10-CM) codes, current procedural terminology (CPT) and HCPCS level II codes as appropriateAbility to understand and code medical recordsAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingExceptional organizational and follow-through skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality of all patients and / or employee information to assure patient and / or employee rights are protected

Qualifications

EducationHigh School or equivalency diploma requiredCollege degree preferred

Licenses / Certifications

Current coding certification required (e.g., CPC)

Experience

3 years professional coding experience (specialty coding preferred).

Approximate percentage of time required to travel :0%Must read, write and speak fluent EnglishMust have good and regular attendancePerforms other related duties as assignedSedentary work with extensive use of computersRemote work environment with periodic onsite presence at facility or physician practices