Mount Vernon
The medical coder will review, analyze, and assure the final diagnosis/procedures as stated by the practicing provider(s) are valid and complete and will accurately follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliancy with Federal and State regulations. Essential Duties: • Accurately assign medical codes to precisely reflect clinical documentation, assigns an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS) and audit transcription of physician notes into an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)., • Performs comprehensive review of records to assure presence of all component parts are indicated., • Ensures the integrity and precision of coded data., • Maintains optimal productivity levels while adhering to established coding quality., • Ensures proper submission of services prior to billing on pre-determined charges., • Accurately follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and state regulations., • Maintains compliance standards in accordance with the Compliance Policies and Code of Ethics., • Reports compliance problems appropriately., • Determines the final diagnosis and procedures stated by the physician(s) or health care provider(s) are valid and complete., • Maintains all mandatory in-service meetings and/or training., • Performs other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in job description., • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • One (1) year experience using ICD-10CM, CPT, HCPCS; inpatient coding and billing., • Knowledge of medical records, electronic health records, knowledge of coding guidelines, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Federal Laws, Regulations, Code of Conduct., • Interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and/or medical office practices., • High School Diploma and/or College Degree., • Computer competency, knowledge of medical office software., • Certified Coder/Specialist Credentials or in process. Knowledge of Billing Practices (FQHC) EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35,000 to $45,000 Annually Benefits: • Dental Insurance, • Health Insurance, • Life Insurance, • Paid Time Off, • Vision Insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Benefit Conditions: A waiting period may apply