Psych Coder

Insight Global (United States); Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Psychiatry Professional Fee (ProFee) Coder to join the Revenue Cycle team in Charlottesville, VA. The role focuses on accurately coding ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and modifiers for psychiatric and behavioral health services.

The candidate will review documentation, ensure coding compliance, and support charge capture initiatives while maximizing reimbursement. Experience with psychiatry guidelines, E/M services, and behavioral health documentation is

Qualifications

• CPC or CCS-P or equivalent coding certification required.
• Minimum 3 years of professional fee coding experience.
• Minimum 2 years Psychiatry or Behavioral Health coding experience.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatry coding guidelines, and E/M and psychotherapy coding.

Responsibilities

• Review provider documentation to assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS and modifiers.
• Code for psychiatry, behavioral health, psychology, and related specialties.
• Code E/M visits, psychotherapy, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management.
• Ensure coding compliance with regulations and payer guidelines.
• Identify documentation deficiencies and query providers when needed.
• Support charge capture, audits, and denials management as required.
• Stay current with CPT, ICD-10 and payer guideline updates.
• Participate in coding education and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with providers and revenue cycle teams to resolve issues.

Skills

CPC

CCS-P

Psychiatry coding

E/M codes

CPT

HCPCS

ICD-10-CM

Telehealth

Education

Certification in medical coding (CPC/CCS-P)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Psychiatry Professional Fee Coder

High School Diploma or GED required. Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P), or equivalent coding certification required. Minimum 3 years of professional fee coding experience. Minimum 2 years of Psychiatry or Behavioral Health coding experience. Strong understanding of: Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation Codes (90791, 90792) Psychotherapy Codes (90832, 90834, 90837) Add-on Psychotherapy Codes Evaluation & Management (E/M) Services Telehealth Behavioral Health Coding ICD-10 Mental Health Diagnostic Coding Experience reviewing provider documentation within an EHR system.

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatry Professional Fee (ProFee) Coder to join our Revenue Cycle team. This individual will be responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and modifier codes for psychiatric and behavioral health services. The coder will review provider documentation, ensure coding compliance, support charge capture initiatives, and maintain coding quality standards while maximizing appropriate reimbursement. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of psychiatry coding guidelines, Evaluation & Management (E/M) services, psychotherapy coding, and behavioral health documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze provider documentation to accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and modifier codes.
• Code professional fee encounters for psychiatry, behavioral health, psychology, and related specialties.
• Accurately code Evaluation & Management (E/M) visits, psychotherapy services, psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, and medication management encounters.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, payer, and organizational coding regulations.
• Identify documentation deficiencies and query providers for clarification when necessary.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards established by coding leadership.
• Assist with coding denials, audits, and appeals as needed.
• Perform charge review and reconciliation activities to ensure accurate billing.
• Stay current with annual CPT, ICD-10, and payer guideline updates.
• Participate in coding education, peer reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with providers, revenue cycle teams, and compliance departments to resolve coding issues.