E&M Coder - PHYS

Piedmont Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare Corporate in Georgia is seeking a professional medical coder to review, analyze, and code patient records with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS to the highest specificity. Responsibilities include abstracting demographic data and ensuring accurate coding in the information system.

Additional duties involve auditing orders and claims to minimize denials and guiding physicians and staff on coding issues. Remote coding experience is preferred; no prior experience may still apply.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• AAPC-accredited coding certificate preferred.
• Remote coding experience preferred.
• No experience required; coding experience preferred.
• Certifications listed in Licenses section may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Code medical records with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS to the greatest specificity.
• Abstract demographic and coding information into the information system.
• Audit orders and claims to minimize denials.
• Provide guidance to physicians and staff on coding issues.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Coding Certificate (AAPC accredited)

Job description

Overview:

At Piedmont Healthcare, you'll love a shared purpose, be motivated to be your best, and be recognized for your contributions. Piedmont Healthcare leaders are in your corner and invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards will meet your needs for today and help you plan for the future.

Responsibilities:

Reviews, analyzes, and codes medical record documentation to include, but not limited to, medical, diagnostic, and procedural information for the correct ICD-10, CPT and/or HCPCS codes to the greatest specificity. Abstracts demographic and coding information into the information system accurately and completely. Reviews documentation for medical necessity. Audits orders and claims before submission for accuracy and to minimize claim denials. Assesses records and prepares reports. Provides technical guidance to physicians and other departmental staff in identifying and resolving issues or errors. Develops effective working relationships with physicians and other stakeholders. Primary coding responsibility is all Evaluation and Management (E/M) leveling along with additional ancillary services done in an office setting.

Qualifications:

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Coding Certificate program (AAPC accredited) is Preferred

Work Experience

• No experience required Required
• Coding experience Preferred
• Remote coding experience is Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• One or more of the following certifications:
• RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator Required or
• RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician Required or
• CCA - Certified Coding Associate Required or
• CPC - Certified Professional Coder Required or
• CPC-A - Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice Required or
• CPC-H - Certified Professional Coder - Hospital Outpatient/Facility Required or
• Health Services\\CCS-Certified Coding Specialist Required or
• CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Healthcare Corporate