Remote Certified Medical Coder – HCC & Audit Specialist

Altegra Health; Atlantic City (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Confidential handling of personal information

Job summary

Altegra Health is seeking a Remote Certified Coder to review medical records and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM codes per QA standards. This role requires a nursing license or a coding certification, alongside at least one year of coding experience.

The successful candidate will abstract information from patient records, ensuring accurate coding while adhering to strict deadlines. Strong attention to detail and aptitude for managing chronic illness data are essential. This is a temporary remote position.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license or certified coder certification required.
• At least one year’s experience as a medical coder.
• Extensive knowledge of ICD-9-CM coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Abstract pertinent information from medical records.
• Assign ICD-9-CM codes and HCC group assignments.
• Remain current on coding guidelines and reimbursement requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of ICD-9-CM coding

Clinical skills related to chronic illness

Attention to detail

Reliability and discipline

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Active nursing license (RN or LPN)

Certified coder certification (AHIMA or AAPC)

Tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Internet

Job description

Altegra Health is seeking a Remote Certified Coder to review medical records and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM codes per QA standards. This role requires a nursing license or a coding certification, alongside at least one year of coding experience.

The successful candidate will abstract information from patient records, ensuring accurate coding while adhering to strict deadlines. Strong attention to detail and aptitude for managing chronic illness data are essential. This is a temporary remote position.