Coding and Billing Specialist

QualDerm Partners, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

QualDerm Partners, LLC is seeking a Billing/Coding Specialist to join their team. The role focuses on ensuring accurate coding and billing processes for superior patient care. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and experience, and thrive in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Generous 401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Protection

Additional Wellness Plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Exclusive Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in medical coding/reimbursement.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical record documentation and optimize reimbursement.
• Review and audit medical records for correct coding.
• Prepare and submit clean claims to insurance companies.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Time management

Education

High school graduate or GED

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Certified Dermatology Coder (CDC)

Tools

Mod Med/EMA practice management system

Job description

With 150+ locations in 17 states, QualDerm Partners is the largest multi-state female-founded and owned dermatology network in the U.S. At QualDerm Partners, we are united in our purpose: to educate, protect, and care for your skin. We are committed to bringing you the very best in comprehensive skin care so that you can achieve a confident, healthier, and more beautiful you!

Our mission is to educate communities and healthcare professionals about the importance of skin health; including skin cancer prevention, risk factors and how to achieve healthy skin through annual skin exams and dermatologic care. We strive to provide the latest proven, proactive and comprehensive dermatologic care to populations in the expanding geographies we serve by making high-quality skin care timelier and more accessible all while creating a rewarding work environment for our providers and employees.

Position Summary

This position works with a professional team of physicians and other staff who are trained in the medical and surgical specialty of dermatology with the purpose to be patient focused with the objective of delivering superior patient care and ensuring a positive patient experience and outcome.

The Billing/Coding Specialist is responsible for the billing/coding needs of all QualDerm Partners practices and providers, as assigned. This position is supervised by the Lead, Coding and Billing and/or Manager, Accounts Receivable.

Essential Responsibilities

• Evaluates medical record documentation and coding to optimize reimbursement by ensuring that diagnostic and procedural codes and other documentation accurately reflects and supports outpatient visits and to ensure that data complies with legal standards and guidelines.
• Review and audits medical records for correct CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes for multiple providers in each practice throughout the Company.
• Monitors progress resulting from periodic audits and communicates with the Lead, Coding and Billing or Manager, Accounts Receivable.
• Maintains required CEUs.
• Performs coding and billing for multiple provider encounters.
• Analyze code, interpret and compile medical information/records to document patient condition and treatment.
• Code, prepare and submit clean claims to insurance companies via electronic and paper submissions.
• Monitor claim rejection queue, investigate and resolve claim rejections.
• Keep Billing-Coding Team Lead informed as necessary related to coding/billing/documentation.
• Adheres to Code of Conduct and Mission & Value Statement

• High school graduate or GED.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A), Certified Dermatology Coder (CDC), or other applicable coding certification.
• 0-3 years of experience in medical coding/reimbursement; experience with dermatology coding/billing is a plus.
• Mod Med/EMA practice management system experience preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines; medical terminology; anatomy and physiology; state and federal Medicare reimbursement guidelines.
• Ability to research and analyze data, draw conclusions, and resolve issues; read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports and related documents and to maintain working relationships with physicians and other staff.
• Be able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently while in a remote working environment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality of medical information.

Benefits of joining Qualderm Partners:

• Competitive Pay – Attractive compensation to reward your hard work
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Includes Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to keep you covered
• Generous 401(k) Plan – Company matches 100% of the first 3%, plus 50% of the next 2%, with immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Accrue PTO from day one, plus enjoy 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays each year
• Company-Paid Life Insurance – Peace of mind with basic life coverage, with the option for additional plans
• Disability Protection – Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect you in unexpected circumstances
• Additional Wellness Plans – Accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection plans for extra security
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access confidential support for personal or work-related challenges
• Exclusive Employee Discounts – Save on products and services with special discounts just for you
• Referral Bonus Program – Earn bonuses by referring qualified candidates to join the team

QualDerm Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States in a full-time basis.