Entry-Level Medical Coder – CPT/ICD-10 Specialist

Nebraska Methodist Health System; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is hiring for a healthcare coding/billing role at the Methodist Corporate Office in Omaha. The position focuses on reviewing CPT/ICD-10-CM codes, charge accuracy, and timely submission to insurers in a high-volume setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and coursework in anatomy/physiology, biology, disease processes, and medical terminology, with an associate degree in health information management preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Anatomy/physiology, biology, disease process, medical terminology coursework required.
• Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field preferred.
• Mandatory in-services and continuing education as directed.

Responsibilities

• Codes professional charges and hospital services to ensure accurate billing by reviewing dictation and assigning CPT and ICD-10-CM codes.
• Review and adjust charges; review CPA edits and modifiers to ensure correct charges.
• Investigate claim denials and update coding accordingly.
• Review Medicare and commercial correspondence for billing/coding changes.

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Nebraska Methodist Health System is hiring for a healthcare coding/billing role at the Methodist Corporate Office in Omaha. The position focuses on reviewing CPT/ICD-10-CM codes, charge accuracy, and timely submission to insurers in a high-volume setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and coursework in anatomy/physiology, biology, disease processes, and medical terminology, with an associate degree in health information management preferred.