Remote Medical Coder

UBMD Physicians' Group; Buffalo (NY); Remoto; USD 33.000 - 37.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Referral bonus

Descrizione del lavoro

UB Associates, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Coder to join our healthcare team. This remote, full-time position supports accurate coding for Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.

The role requires CCS/CCS-P/CPC certification, at least 1 year of ICD-10 coding experience, and a commitment to ongoing education to maintain certification. Strong attention to detail and ability to collaborate with physicians are essential.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification is required.
• Associate’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of coding experience using ICD-10 or equivalent.
• Family medicine experience is preferred but not required.
• Must maintain certification through ongoing education.

Mansioni

• Code charges from provider encounters using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Enter charges from all sites in the CGM billing system and verify EMR data.
• Evaluate provider documentation to ensure correct diagnoses, procedures, and E/M levels.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Ongoing education

ICD-10 coding experience

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification

Associate’s degree preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Medical Coder - UB Associates, Inc.

Full-Time | Remote

Company: UB Associates, Inc.

Pay Range: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote

* $1,000 Referral Bonus for You AND Your Referrer! If you're referred by a current employee and are hired and successfully complete the eligibility period, both you and the employee who referred you will receive a $1,000 bonus! *

Position Summary

UB Associates, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Medical Coder to join our healthcare team. This role is essential in ensuring accurate coding of diagnostic, procedural, and surgical information that supports proper reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.

The Coding Specialist plays a key role in revenue cycle success by evaluating provider documentation, resolving coding denials, supporting education initiatives, and ensuring compliance with coding standards.

Key Responsibilities

Coding & Charge Accuracy

• Accurately code charges from provider encounter forms and operative reports using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes
• Enter charges from all sites in the CGM billing system and verify EMR data
• Evaluate provider documentation to ensure correct diagnoses, procedures, and E/M levels are assigned

Denials & Appeals Support

• Review coding denials and submit appeals as needed
• Assist with resolving reimbursement issues related to coding accuracy

Provider Collaboration & Education

• Provide feedback to physicians and support coding education for staff and residents
• Answer patient and insurance inquiries as needed
• Participate in meetings, committees, and process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification required
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Minimum 1 year of coding experience using ICD-10 or equivalent
• Family medicine experience preferred but not required
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Commitment to ongoing education to maintain certification
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Supportive, mission-driven team where your coding expertise directly impacts patient care and organizational success
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education in coding and healthcare operations
• Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus paid time off
• Meaningful work contributing to process improvements, education, and quality initiatives

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off

UB Associates, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.