Medical Coder (Remote -Optional) Wichita KS

Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital; Wichita (KS); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Medical Coder to join their team. This role involves coding professional services, ensuring compliance, and supporting billing staff. Remote work is possible for experienced coders. Candidates should have relevant certifications and a strong background in coding, particularly in pain management. Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential for success in this entry-level position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of professional and E&M coding experience.
• Pain management coding experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assign CPT and ICD-10 codes for professional services.
• Conduct coding audits and analyses, providing feedback.
• Support billing staff with coding-related questions.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Prioritization

Education

Associate’s Degree in Health Information Technology

Tools

3M software

EHR systems

Job description

Medical Coder (Remote - Optional) Wichita KS

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Overview

The Medical Coder will be responsible for coding professional services at our high-volume pain management practice. Responsibilities include reviewing medical record documentation, assigning diagnosis and procedure codes, and ensuring completeness and compliance of medical records for both practice and hospital settings. Remote work is possible for experienced coders, but onsite presence in Wichita, KS, may be required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assign CPT and ICD-10 codes for professional services, focusing on Evaluation and Management encounters and pain management procedures.
2. Assist providers with coding updates, changes, and education.
3. Support billing staff with coding-related questions and denials.
4. Conduct coding audits and analyses, providing feedback and education.
5. Review hospital records for physician deficiencies, update EMR accordingly, and notify relevant staff.
6. Review daily transcribed documents for accuracy and completeness.
7. Assist with coding inpatient, outpatient, and hospital pain management procedures as needed.
8. Stay updated on current coding guidelines and maintain necessary credentials.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support the hospital's mission and uphold confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with staff and management.

Licensure and Certification

• RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCS-P certification required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Health Information Technology preferred.
• Minimum of two years of professional and E&M coding experience.
• Pain management coding experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of insurance payors and proficiency with 3M software and EHR systems.
• Excellent communication, prioritization, and customer service skills.

Work Environment

Must be able to read, speak, and write fluently in English, with good cognitive, visual, and hearing abilities. Job involves sitting most of the time and working extensively with computers.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, entry-level position within the healthcare industry, specifically in hospitals and healthcare services.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be informed of their rights under federal employment laws.