Medical Coder

A Medical Coder, or Certified Professional Coder, is responsible for reviewing a patient’s medical records after a visit and translating the information into codes that insurers use to process claims from patients. Their duties include confirming treatments with medical staff, identifying missing information and submitting forms to insurers for reimbursement.

This is an ONSITE position.

Duties and Responsibilities

The main duty of a Medical Coder is assigning codes to medical procedures and diagnoses. Other duties and responsibilities of a Medical Coder include:

Making sure that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations

Complying with medical coding guidelines and policies

Receiving and reviewing patients’ charts and documents for verification and accuracy

Following up and clarifying any information that is not clear to other staff members

Collecting information made by the Physician from different sources to prepare monthly reports

Implementing strategic procedures and choosing strategies and evaluation methods that provide correct results

Examining any medical malpractice that has been reported by analyzing and identifying the medical procedures, diagnoses or events that lead to the negligence

Requirements and Qualifications

High school degree or equivalent

Medical Coding Certificate; RHIT or CPC by AAPC or AHIMA license; meet state licensure requirements

Maintain coding certification and attends in-service training as required

1 year of medical coding experience

Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team

Strong computer skills in data entry, coding, and knowledge of Electronic Medical Record software; Microsoft Office Suite

Accurate and precise attention to detail

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Goal-oriented, organized team player

Additional responsibilities as assigned on a need basis.