Remote Professional Billing Coder II University Health KC
The Coder II position is responsible for accurate coding of professional services from medical record documentation. Reviews, codes and assigns correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, procedure codes, and E/M level codes for professional services across multiple specialties according to AMA/CMS coding guidelines.
This is a fully remote position following the initial probation period. The coder may be asked to come on site for special assignments or training as needed after this period.
Minimum Requirements
- Associates degree or equivalent in education and experience.
- Current AAPC or AHIMA Coding Certification (e.g., CPC, COC, CCS, Specialty Coding Credential) or RHIT, RHIA, CEDC (Certified Emergency Department Coder).
- 2-years medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 for multiple specialties
- Knowledge of insurance company, third-party and government reimbursement programs; i.e. Medicare, Medicaid, MC+, etc.
- Knowledge of medical insurance billing and collection
- Knowledge with CPT, ICD 9/10 CD, and HCPCS coding and medical terminology in multiple physician practice specialties
- Demonstrated high proficiency in PATH (Physician at Teaching Hospital) documentation guidelines
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
- Knowledge of medical information systems for physician billing
- Demonstrated proficiency in use of computer hardware and software systems, programs and devices
- Ability to maintain knowledge of Medicare rules and LCD/NCCI edits and proper procedure code sequencing
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of staff; detail oriented
- Ability to work independently and in a group setting
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- Experience with medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 in an academic teaching health care organization
Seniority level
Employment type
Job function
- Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
- Hospitals and Health Care
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