Senior Medical Coder - ICD-10/CPT Expert

DaMar Staffing; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Medical Coder in Rochester, NY to ensure coding accuracy and resolve denials within the coding workflow. You will review codes, perform system edit checks, and support reimbursement processes.

Applicants should have a high school diploma with 1 year of coder experience; an associate degree is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with opportunities to grow in health information management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 1 year medical coder experience.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews codes for accuracy in accordance with coding rules and policies.
• Responsible for system edit reviews and follows up on insurance coding denials for resolution.
• Troubleshoots problems that prevent claims from being released and resolves issues by reviewing patient encounters.
• Abstracts data and reviews codes for accuracy to ensure appropriate reimbursement.
• Responds to coding information requests from various sources.
• Consults with internal customers and external vendors for clarification when documentation is inconsistent.

Skills

ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS knowledge

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a Medical Coder in Rochester, NY to ensure coding accuracy and resolve denials within the coding workflow. You will review codes, perform system edit checks, and support reimbursement processes.

Applicants should have a high school diploma with 1 year of coder experience; an associate degree is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with opportunities to grow in health information management.