Cardiothoracic Surgery & E/M Coder
- California
- Contract
- Full-time
Full-time, RemoteCodingAID, a division of Managed Resources Inc. is a nationwide leading provider of medical coding support, coding and compliance reviews, educational programs, recruitment, revenue cycle management, and many other managed healthcare solutions. Were proud to have served healthcare organizations and medical groups for over 30 years with proven success in meeting their operational challenges. Learn more about our mission and vision here.Purpose:The primary responsibility of the Certified Professional Coder is to code CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, Modifiers, Units based on medical record documentation in a remote environment.Accountabilities:Meet client expected turn-a-round times for completing work.Must be able to meet the minimum productivity standards.Must meet or exceed 95% accuracy rate on quality reviews.Essential Job Functions:Abstract all E/M, CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, modifiers, units from the medical record documentation.Accurately enter data into client software and/or Excel reports.Evaluate the overall quality of physician documentation for quality improvement measures.Perform accurate coding using applicable guidelines and client protocols.Communicate with client and/or providers as needed (i.e. coding clarification, missing documentation, etc.)Communicate with Project Manager as needed (i.e. schedule changes, daily assignments/work volume, coding questions, etc.).Track and enter time accurately and timely into our timekeeping system.Comply with policies regarding the use and disclosure of protected health information which includes accessing and using protected health information only to the extent necessary to fulfill the above-mentioned responsibilitiesEnsure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards related to health information and coding principles.Other duties as assigned.Ideal candidate will possess the following:Must have one of the following current credentials from AAPC or AHIMA; CPC or CCS-P.A minimum of 5 -7 years experience required abstracting CPT, E&M, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes from provider documentation.
- Requires advanced technical knowledge in E/M clinic, E/M hospital & surgical coding for cardiothoracic surgery. Additional specialties including general surgery, orthopedic surgery, ENT surgery, neurosurgery, and GI surgery are preferred.