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Code Edit Disputes Team Medical Coding Coordinator

Humana

Linn (TX)

Remote

USD 36,000 - 50,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading health insurance organization is seeking a Medical Coding Coordinator 3 to manage coding for patient records. This remote position requires a coding certification and at least 3 years of experience in medical coding. The role includes reviewing clinical information and educating providers about claims disputes, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines. Competitive benefits and a pay range of $36,200 - $49,400 per year are offered.

Benefits

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
401(k) plan

Qualifications

  • Must have AAPC CPC (no Apprentice) or AHIMA CCS coding certification.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience as a Certified Medical Coder.
  • Fluent in English with ability to speak, read, and write.

Responsibilities

  • Review clinical information and assign medical codes.
  • Research and educate providers on adjudicated claims disputes.
  • Analyze data within relevant databases.

Skills

Problem-solving
Strong data entry
Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Teams
Job description
Overview

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first. The Medical Coding Coordinator 3 reviews clinical information from medical records and assigns appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes (e.g., ICD-10-CM, CPT) to patient records. This position ensures accurate application of coding guidelines, maintains compliance with regulatory requirements, and supports operational efficiency in claims management.

Responsibilities

The Medical Coding Coordinator 3 performs advanced administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment. This role is responsible for researching, reviewing, and educating providers regarding disputes on adjudicated claims involving code editing denials or recoveries. The coordinator analyzes, enters, and manipulates data within relevant databases, and responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information.

Decisions in this role typically focus on methods and processes for completing administrative tasks and projects. The Medical Coding Coordinator 3 regularly exercises discretion and judgment in prioritizing requests, interpreting, and adapting procedures, and works under limited guidance, drawing upon extensive knowledge and experience with administrative and organizational processes.

Work Style

WORK STYLE: Remote, work at home. While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana\'s office in San Juan, PR for training or meetings may be required.

Work Hours

WORK HOURS: Typical business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day and 5 days/week.

Required Qualifications
  • Remote position in Puerto Rico: Candidates reside in Puerto Rico, no more than one hour away from Humana’s headquarters at Avenida Luis Muñoz Rivera 383, San Juan, PR 00918.
  • Language: Must be fluent in English with ability to speak, read, and write in that language. If selected, you will be required to take a Language Proficiency Assessment in English/Spanish.
  • Coding Certification: AAPC CPC (no Apprentice) or AHIMA CCS
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years\' experience as a Certified Medical Coder
  • Skills: Demonstrate ability to problem-solve complex coding issues
  • Experience: Experience with Medicare and Medicaid coding guidelines
  • Skills: Strong data entry and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
  • Technology: Intermediate experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree
  • 5+ years of experience as a Certified Medical Coder
  • MS-DRG auditing or APR auditing experience
  • Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
  • Experience in a production-driven environment
Additional Information

Language Proficiency Testing. Must take a language proficiency assessment provided by an outside vendor to ensure competency. Applicants will be required to take the Interagency Language Rating (ILR) test as provided by the Federal Government.

Please attach your resume to your application (PDF or Word format) and submit in English.

Travel

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana\'s offices for training or meetings may be required.

Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Pay Range: $36,200 - $49,400 per year

Benefits

Humana offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k), time off, disability, life insurance, and other opportunities.

About Us

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disability or protected veteran status, in compliance with laws.

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