Medical Coder I/II — Drive Accurate Reimbursement

Mercer University; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation

Job summary

Mercer Medicine, a part of Mercer University, is seeking a Medical Coder I/II to evaluate documentation and accurately assign ICD/CPT codes for patient encounters at the Macon, Georgia clinic. The role may involve guidance to providers and collaboration with staff to resolve coding issues.

The position requires a relevant certification or experience, strong knowledge of CPT/ICD coding, and adherence to CMS rules for timely claims submission. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Coder I: at least one year of coding experience or 6 months with a certificate.
• Coder II: AHIMA or AAPC certification with 1 year ICD/CPT experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate documentation and assign codes to reflect patient encounters.
• Provide guidance to physicians and staff on coding issues.
• Work under minimal supervision.

Skills

CPT ICD knowledge

Effective communication

Research for coding

CMS regulations

Confidentiality

Billing cycle understanding

Education

High school diploma

AHIMA/AAPC certification

Tools

Coding software

Electronic health records

Job description

Mercer Medicine, a part of Mercer University, is seeking a Medical Coder I/II to evaluate documentation and accurately assign ICD/CPT codes for patient encounters at the Macon, Georgia clinic. The role may involve guidance to providers and collaboration with staff to resolve coding issues.

The position requires a relevant certification or experience, strong knowledge of CPT/ICD coding, and adherence to CMS rules for timely claims submission. A background check is required.