Medical Coder - Oncology

The Toledo Clinic; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toledo Clinic seeks a skilled Medical Coder to apply CPT and ICD-10 codes to procedures, track patient visits, and process eCW claims efficiently. The role requires careful documentation and timely correction of denials.

Strong knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT, plus a compatible coding test, is essential. HS diploma or GED is required; medical coding education is preferred. This is a full-time position with standard clinic hours.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codes and manuals.
• CPC or CCS-P certification or ability to pass Toledo Clinic coding test.
• HS diploma or GED required; medical coding education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply CPT and ICD-10 codes to procedures performed.
• Enter charges into claim entry in eCW.
• Track patients seen and manage denials and errors in eCW claims.
• Assist with patient billing questions and registrations.
• Maintain accurate workflow processes for claims.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

eCW experience

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Coding test readiness

Education

HS diploma or GED

Medical coding education (preferred)

Tools

eCW

ICD10/CPT manuals

Job description

General Summary

Responsible for application of CPT and ICD-10 codes to all procedures performed for a given date of service for The Toledo Clinic, as well as tracking of patients seen and working all eCW claims for denials, errors.

• Consistently arrives at work on time and adheres to regular work schedule.
• Codes visits utilizing the ICD-10 and CPT codes from patient visit documentation.
• Demographic registration/updates for all patients.
• Enters charges into claim entry in eCW.
• Monitors, submits, correct all claim activity.Create workflow processes to ensure accuracy and accountability.

Other Essential Duties May Include but Are Not Limited To

• Assists patients and/or insurance companies with billing and authorization questions.
• Coordinate with providers to ensure all visits are accounted for utilizing hospital call schedules, census/rounding sheets and appointment schedules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Consistently arrives at work in appropriate/professional attire.
• Completes all tasks within established time frame.
• Knowledge of ICD10 and CPT codes and manuals required.
• Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.
• Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
• CPC or CCS-P or able to pass Toledo Clinic's comprehensive coding test.
• Adheres to all clinic policies and procedure.

Education

• HS diploma or GED required.

Preferred

• Medical coding education.
• Previous coding experience.