Physician Billing Certified Coder I - SMG Patient Accounting

Physician Billing Certified Coder I - SMG Patient Accounting

SUMMARY: The Certified coder I is responsible for properly reviewing provider documentation and can perform all coding functions. Possesses a solid understanding of the professional billing workflow and assists with general billing duties as necessary to include claim edits, claims processing, claim rejections, data entry, and queries and communicates with physicians on documentation issues related to code assignment and provides feedback to physicians and the physician billing entity on variances between hospital and physician CPT coding as needed. Helps identify and resolve incorrect claims issues and is responsible for drafting letters to coordinate appeals as well as other areas related to billing as assigned by the manager.

EXPERIENCE:

• Related experience or RHIT certificate preferred.
• ICD-10 CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding experience with outpatient surgery medical records preferred.
• Anesthesiology coding experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Skilled in gathering and reporting information.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize needs in order to meet timelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, ASA, and HCPCS coding.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma as accredited by the US Department of Education or GED required.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required.

POSITION DETAILS: Full time, 80 hours per pay period. Remote.

PAY RANGE: $28.90-$42.00

* Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.

LOCATION: Madera, CA