Medical Coder: Accurate Audits & Compliance

Nonprofit Westchester; City of Mount Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Community Health Center in Mount Vernon, NY is seeking a Medical Coder to review and assure that the final diagnoses and procedures documented by providers are valid and complete.

The role requires following coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations, with duties including auditing physician notes, verifying record completeness, and preparing services for billing.

Qualifications

• Proficient in medical coding guidelines and compliance.
• Experience with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding sets.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation review.

Responsibilities

• Audit physician notes for correct coding and documentation.
• Review records to ensure all components are included.
• Evaluate documentation for consistency and adequacy.
• Ensure services are properly submitted before billing.
• Follow coding guidelines and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain compliance with policies and ethics.
• Report compliance issues as appropriate.
• Determine final diagnoses and procedures as stated by providers.
• Attend mandatory training and related duties as needed.

Skills

Medical coding

ICD-10-CM

CPT

HCPCS

Job description

Westchester Community Health Center in Mount Vernon, NY is seeking a Medical Coder to review and assure that the final diagnoses and procedures documented by providers are valid and complete.

The role requires following coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations, with duties including auditing physician notes, verifying record completeness, and preparing services for billing.