Outpatient Medical Coder

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Elko Community Health Center is seeking an experienced certified professional coder. The ideal candidate is a self-starting, independent coder who thrives in a congenial, technical based environment. Infusion, procedures and/or surgeries are the major scope of work. We support multiple specialties and encourage the expansion of knowledge, team and individual.
Key Responsibilities

• Identify and review applicable charges on the appropriate patient's account
• Code and charge entering of the clinic, and outpatient services, procedures, supplies, and drugs, in the practice management system
• Initiate and process charge and diagnosis corrections
• Maintain appropriate documents, reports, and files to comply with all applicable laws and policies using the storage and practice management systems
• Identify charge and coding discrepancies and confer with internal or external parties to resolve
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and other staff members to ensure accurate documentation and coding
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Stay updated on changes in medical coding guidelines and regulations
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Nationally recognized coder certification (CPC/CCS) required
• Minimum of 3 -5 years in the healthcare reimbursement field
• Knowledge of insurance company's procedures and policies
• Knowledge of governmental, legal, and regulatory provisions related to collection activities
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS coding
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, Internet browsing and medical practice management software
• All applicants must be physically able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.