Medical Coder

Paycom; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 61,606,000 - 86,822,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom is seeking an on-site Certified Medical Coder to translate diagnoses and procedures into standardized codes for billing. You will review records, ensure proper charge capture, and collaborate with clinicians to resolve coding denials. The role requires CPC certification and completion of a coding program.

The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm, with no weekends. You will work within the Business Office to support scheduling and patient services while maintaining HIPAA

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of coding program with CPC or equivalent and active coding certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive review of patient records to ensure accurate coding prior to billing.
• Review inpatient and outpatient services for proper coding.
• Ensure complete charge capture and timely charge entry.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff on denials and follow up.
• Educate providers and team on coding and billing guidelines.
• Enter patient demographics and insurance information accurately.
• Comply with HIPAA and privacy rules.
• Navigate Allscripts PM and Allscripts EH.

Skills

Attention to detail

Medical coding

Communication

Education

CPC certification

Coding program completed

Tools

Allscripts PM

Allscripts EH

Job description

This is an on-site (not remote) Certified Medical Coding position. You will be responsible for converting medical diagnosis, equipment and processes into standardized codes that are used when filing insurance claims. You will review, analyze, and correct coding of diagnostic and procedural information based on provider documentation to adhere to coding and compliance standards. You will use established systems that make it easy for insurers to recognize treatments covered under a patient’s plan. You will gather documentation to validate the coding choices, examine all parts of a patient’s visit including diagnostic tests, consultations, therapies, surgeries, in-office procedures and prescribed medications.As a member of the Business Office team, you may be asked to assist with other duties and tasks in the department, along with Central Scheduling, Surgery Scheduling and Patient Services. This is a full time on-site position, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. No weekends or holidays. The salary range is $21.50 - $30.30 per hour.Perform comprehensive review of patient records to assure appropriate coding of medical record prior to billing to payers.Reviewing and coding inpatient and outpatient servicesEnsuring complete charge capturePerforming charge entry in a timely mannerCollaborating with physicians/ APP’s/nursing team on follow up and resolution of coding related denials and rejections.Provide feedback and communicate with providers and clinic team to obtain incomplete or missing information needed to process accurate and complete claims.Assist in educating providers and team members on coding and billing guidelines.Accurately document all patient billing updates in a timely manner.Responsible for scanning, faxing, and emailing billing documents as needed.Enter accurate patient demographics and insurance information in a timely manner.Comply with all patient privacy and HIPAA rules.Understand and follow proper billing proceduresNavigate and use Allscripts PM and Allscripts EHHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceCompletion of coding program and certification CPC or equivalent. Must possess an active coding certification.