Medical Coder

HEALTHFIRST BLUEGRASS INC; Lexington (KY); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

HealthFirst Bluegrass is seeking a Medical Coder to join our mission-driven team. You will review clinical documentation and assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes to support compliant billing and quality care.

Collaborate with providers and staff to resolve coding questions, audit documentation, and assist with denials and reimbursement issues. CPC or CCS certification and at least 3 years of coding experience are required.

Formación

• CPC or CCS certification required.
• At least 3 years of medical coding and/or billing experience.
• Strong knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, Medicare, Medicaid, and payer requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and communication abilities.
• Experience with FQHC, primary care, behavioral health, or dental coding preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Review and code patient encounters for accurate claim submission.
• Audit documentation for compliance and coding accuracy.
• Collaborate with providers and staff to resolve coding questions and discrepancies.
• Assist with claim edits, denials, and reimbursement-related coding issues.
• Provide coding guidance and education to clinical teams.
• Support quality improvement and revenue cycle initiatives.

Educación

CPC or CCS certification

Herramientas

CPT knowledge

HCPCS knowledge

ICD-10-CM knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Descripción del empleo

Join Our Mission as a Medical CoderDo you have a passion for accuracy, compliance, and supporting quality patient care? HealthFirst Bluegrass is looking for a Medical Coder to join our mission-driven team dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community.In this role, you'll review clinical documentation and assign accurate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes to support compliant billing, appropriate reimbursement, and quality healthcare delivery. You'll work closely with providers and clinical staff to ensure documentation integrity and coding excellence.

What You'll Do:

• Review and code patient encounters for accurate claim submission
• Audit documentation for compliance and coding accuracy
• Collaborate with providers and staff to resolve coding questions and discrepancies
• Assist with claim edits, denials, and reimbursement-related coding issues
• Provide coding guidance and education to clinical teams
• Support quality improvement and revenue cycle initiative

What You'll Bring:

• CPC or CCS certification required
• At least 3 years of medical coding and/or billing experience
• Strong knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer requirements
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and communication abilities
• Experience with FQHC, primary care, behavioral health, or dental coding preferred

At HealthFirst Bluegrass, every role contributes to our mission of delivering accessible, compassionate healthcare. Join a team where your expertise makes a meaningful impact every day.