Medical Coder

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare organization as a Medical Coder, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate coding and billing processes. This position involves translating medical diagnoses and procedures into numerical codes while collaborating with physicians and clinical teams to enhance documentation practices. As part of a rapidly growing multispecialty clinic, you will contribute to a team dedicated to quality patient care. Enjoy a fulfilling career with a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to work-life balance. If you are passionate about healthcare and coding, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Matching 401K

Employee Reward and Recognition Program

Paid time off for vacation, sick, and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of physician billing and 1 year of coding experience.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide coding and auditing services based on operative reports.
• Act as a liaison to physicians and clinical teams for documentation feedback.

Skills

Knowledge of ICD-9/10 codes

CPT guidelines

HCPCs

Medical terminology

Anatomy and physiology

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

This position provides coding and coding auditing services based on operative reports according to correct coding principles, current NCCI rules and LCD coverage determinations. This includes the analysis and translation of medical and clinical diagnoses, procedures, injuries, or illnesses into designated numerical codes. The coder also acts as a liaison to the physicians and clinical teams and provides feedback to physicians and management staff regarding proper documentation and coding and works within company standards to maintain policy and procedures. Meets coding and abstracting deadlines to expedite the billing and charge entry process and ensures best practices are met according to departmental policy and procedures. This team member will be proficient in all areas to ensure cross coverage.

Job Title:

Medical Coder

Location:

Main Campus

Department:

Infusion – Clinic

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range:

$49,730 – $61,442 (Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.)

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Associate or bachelor’s Degree

Experience

Required: Minimum of 2 years of physician billing to include at least 1 year of coding experience abstracting from medical record documentation.

Diversified understanding of CPT guidelines and Medicare rules and regulations.

Preferred: N/A

License(s)

Required: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required

Preferred: Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC), Certified ASC Coder Credential (CASCC)

Special Skills

Required: Knowledge of ICD-9/10 codes, CPT, and HCPCs.

Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Preferred: N/A

Other

Required: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; organizational skills. Maintain confidentiality.

Preferred: N/A

Working Environment:

Office / Medical Clinic

About Us

Start your career journey and become a part of a community of renowned Healthcare professionals. Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is Houston’s fastest growing, multispecialty organization with more than 40 premier locations and over 65 specialties. Our clinics are comprised of more than 600 physicians and as we continue to grow, our focus is providing quality patient care by adding to our team of clinical and non-clinical professionals that work together in a convenient, coordinated, and collaborative manner. Enjoy the rewards of a successful career while maintaining a work/life balance by joining our team today and changing the way health cares.

Why Kelsey-Seybold Clinic?

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Matching 401K
• Employee Reward and Recognition Program
• Paid time off for vacation, sick, and holidays