Remote Ophthalmology Medical Coder | CCS/CPC

UBMD Physicians' Group; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

UB Associates, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Remote Medical Coder for Ophthalmology to join our healthcare team.

This role ensures accurate coding of diagnostic, procedural, and surgical information to support proper reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers. The Coding Specialist evaluates provider documentation, resolves coding denials, supports education initiatives, and ensures compliance with coding standards while collaborating with physicians and

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ophthalmology experience is required.

Responsibilities

• 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 are assigned.
• Review coding denials and submit appeals as needed.
• Provide feedback to physicians and support coding education for staff and residents.
• Answer patient and insurance inquiries as needed.
• Participate in meetings and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

CCS/CCS-P/CPC certification required

Job description

UB Associates, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Remote Medical Coder for Ophthalmology to join our healthcare team.

This role ensures accurate coding of diagnostic, procedural, and surgical information to support proper reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers. The Coding Specialist evaluates provider documentation, resolves coding denials, supports education initiatives, and ensures compliance with coding standards while collaborating with physicians and