Medical Coding Auditor & Compliance Specialist

DaMar Staffing; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DaMar Staffing seeks a Medical Coding Specialist to support Veterans Affairs medical coding operations. The role requires applying medical terminology and coding standards to assign accurate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPCS codes, while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.

Responsibilities include reviewing codes, guiding documentation improvements, and utilizing health record systems. Work schedule is 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, with ad hoc telework and non-virtual position

Responsibilities

• Applies comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, disease processes, treatment modalities, diagnostic tests, medications, procedures and health services to ensure proper code selection.
• Reviews codes from ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPCS to ensure accurate coding.
• Adheres to coding guidelines when selecting diagnosis, operation, or E/M codes to ensure ethical, accurate coding.
• Monitors regulatory and policy requirements affecting coded information for VA services.
• Assists staff with documentation requirements to reflect patient care and provides guidance on coding requirements and reimbursement.
• Searches patient records to justify code assignments based on health record structure and documentation.

Job description

DaMar Staffing seeks a Medical Coding Specialist to support Veterans Affairs medical coding operations. The role requires applying medical terminology and coding standards to assign accurate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPCS codes, while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.

Responsibilities include reviewing codes, guiding documentation improvements, and utilizing health record systems. Work schedule is 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, with ad hoc telework and non-virtual position