Medical Coder

BizTek People; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare services company is seeking a remote medical coder to review patient records and assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes. The role requires a thorough understanding of coding systems such as ICD-10-CM and previous coding experience. Join us in contributing to high-quality medical care through accurate coding.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum outpatient and/or inpatient coding experience is required.
• Passing score of 80% or higher on the coding test to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes based on documentation for inpatient and outpatient stays.
• Ensure accurate coding for reimbursement and quality measures.

Skills

Knowledge of the contents of the medical record

ICD-10-CM knowledge

ICD-10 PCS knowledge

CPT 4 knowledge

Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC) knowledge

Diagnostic Related Groups (DRG) knowledge

Education

Membership of the AHIMA in good standing

Job description

This is a remote position.

Job Details:

- Assign diagnosis and procedure codes to reflect the condition(s) and treatment provided to the patient based on the documentation within the record for both inpatient and outpatient stays. The code assignment is utilized to determine reimbursement for the facility and physician, quality measures, hospital statistics, and medical research.

Skills and Experience REQ:

- Knowledge of the contents of the medical record

- Demonstrates working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10 PCS and CPT 4. Passing Score of 80% or higher on the coding test to be considered.

- Working knowledge of Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC) and Diagnostic Related Groups (DRG)

- Previous outpatient and/or inpatient coding experience – 1 year minimum

- Must be a member of the AHIMA in good standing