Medical Coder

LaSante Health Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSante Health Center in New York City seeks a detail-oriented Medical Coder to ensure accurate coding and abstraction of patient encounters. This in-person role emphasizes precision, compliance, and timely chart reviews.

The ideal candidate will hold CPC/CPC-A credentials and proven experience in coding conventions, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. You will support revenue cycle integrity and collaborate with care teams.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Coder (CPC/CPC-A) is required.
• Experience in coding and abstraction of patient encounters.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, in-person setting.

Responsibilities

• Code and abstract patient encounters accurately.
• Research data for reimbursement needs.
• Analyze medical records for documentation deficiencies.
• Review documentation to support diagnoses and procedures.
• Audit clinical documentation for accuracy.
• Assign codes for reimbursement and compliance.
• Provide coding guidance to care providers.
• Identify and resolve billing issues.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with payer guidelines and supports revenue cycle integrity

Skills

Experience required

Fast-paced environment

Education

CPC/CPC-A certification

Job description

LaSante Health Center is seeking a detail-oriented in-person Medical Coder to ensure accurate coding and abstraction of patient encounters. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise in coding conventions.

Responsibilities

• Code and abstract patient encounters accurately.
• Research data for reimbursement needs.
• Analyze medical records for documentation deficiencies.
• Review documentation to support diagnoses and procedures.
• Audit clinical documentation for accuracy.
• Assign codes for reimbursement and compliance.
• Provide coding guidance to care providers.
• Identify and resolve billing issues
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with payer guidelines and supports revenue cycle integrity

Qualifications

• Experience necessary
• Must be a Certified Medical Coder, CPC / CPC-A
• Must be capable of working in a fast paced environment