Remote Ip Medical Coders

The Medical Coder is responsible for assigning ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS codes as appropriate, and abstracts pertinent information from patient records.

• Must hold at least one of the following certifications: CCS, RHIT, RHIA, COC
• Must have a minimum of 3 years relevant coding experience
• Experience coding in a Level I or Level II Trauma Facility

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assigns ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS codes, as appropriate and abstracts pertinent information from patient records
• Ensures optimal reimbursement of all cases in compliance with CMS policies and procedures and Official Coding Guidelines
• Implements medical center's physician query process when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the medical record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for
• coding purposes
• Keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements
• Brings identified concerns to the Professional Recruiter who will direct as needed
• Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information
• Management Association
• Adheres to Official Coding Guidelines, CMS policies and regulations and Medical Center's policies and procedures
• Ensures client's production and quality expectations are met
• Communicates professionally and effectively with clients, coding staff, and Maxim corporate staff
• Demonstrates effective time management skills by completing assignments within time constraints and calendar schedule
• Completes work assignments independently
• Engages in professional development activities to maintain professional certification
• Downloads pertinent software
• Reviews material included in the Welcome Packet and returns all paperwork requiring completion
• Reviews coding reference material provided including Medical Center specific coding procedures
• Participates in orientation training activities and review material provided
• Completes production log and submits to MHIS Remote and Professional Recruiter
• Completes coding of all discharges/encounters ensuring the minimum productivity requirement are met
• Password-protects all documents containing PHI sent to client or corporate
• Reviews any reference material provided
• If unable to work on a given day, reports absence as soon as possible to the Professional Recruiter or Operations Manager
• Submits vacation or personal day requests to the Professional Recruiter with at least one week notice
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs