Hybrid Medical Coder: Accurate Coding & Denial Support

UBMD Physicians' Group; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off

Job summary

UB Associates, Inc. is seeking a Medical Coder to join our Buffalo, NY hybrid team. You will code charges from provider encounters using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, enter data in the CGM system, and verify EMR information.

A CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification is required; a high school diploma is required, with an associate degree preferred. At least 1 year of coding experience is expected, with family medicine experience a plus. Referral bonuses and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of coding experience using ICD-10 or equivalent.
• Family medicine experience preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Commitment to ongoing education to maintain certification.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Code charges from provider encounters using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Enter charges from all sites in the CGM billing system and verify EMR data.
• Evaluate documentation to ensure correct diagnoses, procedures, and E/M levels are assigned.
• Review coding denials and submit appeals as needed.
• Assist with resolving reimbursement issues related to coding accuracy.
• Provide feedback to physicians and support coding education for staff and residents.
• Answer patient and insurance inquiries as needed.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

CCS/CCS-P/CPC certification

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

UB Associates, Inc. is seeking a Medical Coder to join our Buffalo, NY hybrid team. You will code charges from provider encounters using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, enter data in the CGM system, and verify EMR information.

A CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification is required; a high school diploma is required, with an associate degree preferred. At least 1 year of coding experience is expected, with family medicine experience a plus. Referral bonuses and comprehensive benefits are offered.