Medical Coder

BCforward; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 16,820 - 23,956; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Medical Coder in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will have a Certified Professional Coder certification and at least 2 years of experience. Responsibilities include reviewing medical records for risk adjustment coding and identifying appropriate codes based on guidelines. The coder will meet with a coding manager three times a week to discuss metrics and progress. This position offers a pay rate of $14.80 per hour on a W2 basis for a duration of over 3 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding.
• Knowledge of risk adjustment coding.
• Ability to work with coding manager to review metrics.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records for risk adjustment coding.
• Identify risk adjustment codes based on guidelines.
• Meet 3x a week with coding manager to discuss progress.

Skills

Knowledge of coding guidelines

Familiarity with computers and technology

Ability to review medical records

Strong communication skills

Education

Certified Professional Coder certification

Job description

BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers’ needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. BCforward’s headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana and also operates delivery centers in 20 locations in North America as well as India and Puerto Rico. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm headquartered in Indiana.

Job Description

Position: Medical Coder

Location: PHILADELPHIA PA 19103

Duration: 3+months

Rate: $14.80/Hr on W2

Contractor will sign on daily chart review application to review medical records for risk adjustment coding. The coder will identify risk adjustment codes based upon coding guidelines. The coder will be knowledgeable and familiar with computers and technology. The coder will be a certified professional coder with at least 2 years of experience. The coder will meet 3x a week with a coding manager to review metrics and progress to-date.

Additional Information

Namratha Gandavarapu
Sr. Recruiter
Direct: 317-210-8733