Coder Certified (remote) - Surgery

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 and procedures
Code evaluation and management to cpt
Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a remote Coder Certified professional to review medical records for appropriate billing codes and documentation. The ideal candidate should possess coding credentials from recognized organizations and may have a preference for previous coding experience or an associate degree in a related field

Job Summary

  • The position involves reviewing medical record documentation to identify pertinent facts for selecting comprehensive diagnoses and procedures.
  • Employees must code evaluation and management to appropriate CPT codes and diagnose to appropriate ICD-9 or ICD-10 codes.
  • The role includes meeting with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding issues, and secure signatures on unsigned dates of service.

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Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a remote Coder Certified professional to review medical records for appropriate billing codes and documentation. The ideal candidate should possess coding credentials from recognized organizations and may have a preference for previous coding experience or an associate degree in a related field.

Salary

Base: $25.30 - $37.94 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, 403(b) retirement plan starting at 7%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Review medical record documentation
  • Select comprehensive diagnoses and procedures
  • Code evaluation and management to CPT
  • Code diagnosis to ICD-9 or ICD-10
  • Meet with physicians to resolve coding

Nice-to-have

  • Assist coders with medical terminology
  • Increase physician awareness of requirements
  • Prepare case reports for billing
  • Interpret policy as required

Key Requirements

  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA) from AHIMA
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from AHIMA
  • Certified Coding Specialist - Physician based (CCS-P)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC
  • Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding

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Not specified

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