Medical Coding Auditor: CPT & ICD-10 Specialist

Med-Metrix; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Med-Metrix seeks a Coding Associate to apply CPT and ICD-10 coding to invoices and provide expert guidance to billing staff. You will audit records, ensure accurate documentation, and uphold HIPAA and information security standards.

The role requires a High School diploma, CPC or CCS certification, and at least two years of coding experience. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills are essential as you collaborate with billing and clinical teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPC certification AAPC or CCS certification from AHIMA.
• Minimum two years of coding experience.
• Must be able to use job-related software.
• Surgical coding experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and coding reviews to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Assign and sequence CPT and ICD-10 codes for services rendered.
• Collaborate with billing staff to ensure proper payment of claims.
• Comply with Medicare policy requirements and coding guidelines.
• Work independently from assigned work queues.
• Maintain confidentiality of PHI and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability, and urgency in task execution.
• Adapt to other duties as needed by management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPC certification AAPC or CCS certification AHIMA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Med-Metrix seeks a Coding Associate to apply CPT and ICD-10 coding to invoices and provide expert guidance to billing staff. You will audit records, ensure accurate documentation, and uphold HIPAA and information security standards.

The role requires a High School diploma, CPC or CCS certification, and at least two years of coding experience. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills are essential as you collaborate with billing and clinical teams.