Remote Medical Coder II – ICD-10/CPT Specialist

UNC Health; North Carolina; Remote; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health seeks a physician coder to review and assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes for professional services. You will ensure proper documentation supports reimbursement while complying with regulations and standards.

The role reports to an administrative superior but handles tasks independently, with a 40-hour workweek and a remote work option from Chapel Hill, NC. Must have 2+ years coding experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; successful completion of UNC HCS SS Rev Cycle Physician Coder Proficiency Test.
• Must have one of the following certifications: AAPC or AHIMA CCSP.
• Minimum 2 years physician medical coding experience.
• Must maintain professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assigns ICD-10, CPT codes with modifiers and other codes to optimize reimbursement.
• Provides information to physicians and staff regarding coding changes and regulations.
• Reviews and abstracts documentation for diagnoses, procedures, tests and services.
• Manages high volumes of inventory within department standards.
• Adheres to departmental quality and production standards.
• Acquires continuing education through UNC Physicians approved programs and vendors.
• Maintains required professional certification.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Rev Cycle Proficiency Test

AAPC certification

AHIMA CCSP Certification

Job description

UNC Health seeks a physician coder to review and assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes for professional services. You will ensure proper documentation supports reimbursement while complying with regulations and standards.

The role reports to an administrative superior but handles tasks independently, with a 40-hour workweek and a remote work option from Chapel Hill, NC. Must have 2+ years coding experience and relevant certifications.