Coder - Certified (CPC)

NKC Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits (Medical,Dental

Vision

Life

FSA

Employer matched retirement plan

Competitive wages

Paid time off for personal/vacation/s.

Six paid holidays per year

Educational assistance

Day shift schedules

Job summary

NKC Health is seeking a Certified Coder to join our team in Kansas City, MO. You will review medical records for correct ICD/CPT codes, post charges, and communicate with the practice team to support accurate billing.

The role focuses on coding processes within a dedicated coding team, with day shift schedules and a commitment to high-quality service for our community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of physician coding and billing experience.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Review procedures, HCPCS, and diagnosis coding for accuracy.
• Assign proper codes based upon medical record documentation.
• Work with denials team and central billing office to resolve claims denials and billing issues.
• Post charges accurately and timely.
• Work with providers to ensure coding accuracy.
• Knowledge of risk adjustment processes and coding is a plus, but not required.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

AAPC certification

Tools

CPT/ICD-10 coding knowledge

Job description

NKC Health has a need for a Certified Coder to join our team! If you’re looking for a great opportunity to serve our community and be part of a growing team, join our NKC Health family where there is more for you!

Here at NKC Health, as part of the coding team, you will have the opportunity to focus solely on coding processes. Your daily mission would be to review medical records for the correct ICD/CPT codes, posting charges and having meaningful communication with the practice team.

Reasons To Join NKC Health

• Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, FSA)
• Employer matched retirement plan
• Competitive wages
• Paid time off for personal/vacation/sick
• Six paid holidays per year
• Educational assistance
• Day shift schedules

Job Responsibilities

• Review procedures, HCPCS, and diagnosis coding for accuracy.
• Assigns proper codes based upon medical record documentation.
• Works with denials team and central billing office to resolve claims denials, and billing issues.
• Posts charges accurately and timely.
• Work with providers to ensure coding accuracy.
• Knowledge of risk adjustment processes and coding is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Must possess a current AAPC certification
• Minimum 1 years’ of experience in physician coding and billing
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and medical terminology
• Proficient computer skills

NKC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws. NKC Health is a drug free workplace and conducts post-offer/pre-employment drug screens and background screens.