Certified Coder (hybrid) - Physician Billing Services

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $25.30 - $37.94 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully remote
Review medical record documentation
Select comprehensive diagnoses codes
Code evaluation and management procedures
The position involves reviewing medical record documentation to identify pertinent facts for selecting comprehensive diagnoses and procedure codes

Job Summary

  • The position involves reviewing medical record documentation to identify pertinent facts for selecting comprehensive diagnoses and procedure codes.
  • Employees will meet with physicians to resolve coding issues, secure signatures, and contact payers for follow-up.
  • The role offers competitive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, health insurance, and tuition coverage for employees and families.

Matching Summary

The position involves reviewing medical record documentation to identify pertinent facts for selecting comprehensive diagnoses and procedure codes.

Salary

Base: $25.30 - $37.94 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, 10 holidays, health insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Review medical record documentation
  • Select comprehensive diagnoses codes
  • Code evaluation and management procedures
  • Meet with physicians for documentation review

Nice-to-have

  • Assist coders with medical terminology
  • Increase physician awareness of requirements
  • Prepare case reports for billing process

Key Requirements

  • AHIMA Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
  • AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist-Physician based (CCS-P)
  • AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • AAPC Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice (CPC-A)
  • AAPC Certified Professional Coder - Hospital (CPC-H)
  • AAPC Certified Professional Coder - Hospital Apprentice (CPC-H-A)
  • RHIA or RHIT certification
  • Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding systems

Work Rights

Not specified

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