Job Summary
Birmingham Gastroenterology is currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medical Coder to join our dynamic team. The Medical Coder will play a crucial role in accurately assigning medical codes to diagnoses and procedures, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Utilize expertise in medical coding to assign appropriate ICD-10CM, CPT, modifiers and HCPS codes to ensure quality reporting and reimbursements.
- Conduct thorough reviews of patient medical records to ensure accurate code assignment.
- Collaborate with medical staff to clarify conflicting, incomplete, ambiguous and/or inconsistent clinical information.
- Stay updated on CPT, ICD-10CM, and HCPS coding guidelines and updates.
- Submit claims efficiently while maintaining a minimum of 95% accuracy.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to all HIPAA regulations
- Understands and abides by all CMS billing compliance regulations.
Qualifications
- Proven experience (1 year) in medical coding within a healthcare setting.
- Must possess and maintain an approved AAPC coding credentials.
- Requires strong knowledge of ICD-10 coding guidelines.
- Experience coding profee anesthesia and pathology records.
- Must be able to work independently and accomplish target assignments.
Joining Birmingham Gastroenterology as a Medical Coder offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our commitment to providing high-quality patient care through accurate coding practices. If you possess the required qualifications and are passionate about precision in medical coding, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Schedule:
Experience:
- ICD-10: 1 year (Required)
Location:
Work Location: Remote