Coder Certified (Hybrid) - Physicians Billing Service

DaMar Staffing; Jefferson City (MO); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (vacation)

Paid holidays

Metro U-Pass transit benefit

Retirement savings plan (403(b))

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist to review medical records, assign CPT and ICD-9 codes, and ensure proper documentation for billing. The role involves physician collaboration, leading coders, and supporting documentation education.

The position emphasizes credential requirements, ICD-10/CPT knowledge, and a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. Work is primarily remote with in-person monthly participation at the campus, plus extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have AHIMA CCS/CCS-P/CCA or AAPC CPC/CPC-A credentials.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is preferred.
• Prior coding experience or related associate degree is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review records to identify facts for correct diagnoses and procedures.
• Code evaluations and management to CPT and ICD-9 codes.
• Meet with physicians to review documentation and obtain signatures.
• Lead and assist coders with terminology and policy interpretation.
• Increase physician awareness of documentation requirements.
• Prepare case reports and initiate follow-up for billing.

Skills

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Lead coder

Education

AHIMA CCS/CCS-P/CCA or AAPC CPC/CPC-A credentials

Job description

Medical Coding Specialist

Position reviews medical record documentation to determine appropriate billing codes and necessary documentation.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reviews the documentation in the record to identify all pertinent facts necessary to select the comprehensive diagnoses and procedures that fully describe the patients conditions and treatment.
• Codes evaluation and management to appropriate CPT code and codes diagnosis to appropriate ICD-9 code.
• Meets with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding and secure signature of all unsigned dates of service, tagging files for follow up.
• Acts as lead person and assists coders with IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation as required.
• Assists with efforts to increase physician awareness of documentation requirements.
• Prepares case reports and initiates follow-up for billing process.

Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Primarily remote with the exception of coming into the office at least once a month.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have one of the following coding credentials: AHIMA (CCA, CCS, or CCS-P); AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A, or one of the AAPC specialty-specific coding credentials (the specialty-specific credential is only valid for that employee's department).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous coding experience or experience equivalent to an associate's degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.

Salary Range: $26.25 - $39.36 / Hourly

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All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Personal benefits include up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance are also provided. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness benefits include wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family benefits include 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.