Medical Coder II- Physician Rev Cycle Coding

UNC Health Care; Chapel Hill (NC); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing community health and well-being. This role involves performing essential technical and administrative tasks related to medical coding, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing high volumes of information. As a key player in the team, you will provide vital support to healthcare staff and physicians, helping to navigate the complexities of coding practices. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to the overall mission of improving health outcomes. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of physician medical coding experience required.
• AAPC or AHIMA CCSP certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assigns ICD-10 and CPT codes accurately for professional services.
• Ensures compliance with coding and billing regulations.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Coding software

Job description

Job Description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Summary:
Performs technical and administrative work reviewing, abstracting, and assigning accepted medical CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes for professional services. Duties are performed in compliance with third-party, state, and federal regulations according to standardized procedures. Employees report to an administrative superior but independently handle assigned tasks.

Responsibilities:

1. Accurately assigns ICD-10 diagnostic and CPT codes with modifiers and other applicable codes. Analyzes information for proper reimbursement, including coding denial resolution. Ensures compliance with coding, billing, and data collection regulations. Uses appropriate software to validate information.
2. Provides information to physicians and healthcare staff regarding current coding practices and regulatory changes.
3. Reviews and abstracts provider documentation for diagnoses, procedures, ancillary testing, medications, laboratory, and other services. Clarifies missing or unclear documentation.
4. Manages high volumes of inventory within departmental standards.
5. Adheres to departmental quality and production standards.
6. Obtains continuing education through UNC Physicians approved programs and vendors.
7. Maintains professional certification.

Other Information:

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED, successful completion of the UNC HCS SS Rev Cycle Physician Coder Proficiency Test, and the UNCH Coder Proficiency Test.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• One of the following: AAPC certification or AHIMA CCSP Certification.

Professional Experience Requirements:

• At least 2 years of physician medical coding experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Relevant skills include coding expertise, attention to detail, and knowledge of regulations.

Job Details:

• Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
• Entity: Shared Services
• Organization Unit: Physician Rev Cycle Coding
• Work Type: Full Time
• Hours per Week: 40
• Salary Range: $23.01 - $33.07 per hour
• Work Assignment: Remote
• Schedule: Day Job
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. UNC Health provides reasonable accommodations for religious practices and disabilities. For accommodations, email: [e-mail].