Physician Practice Coder - Remote
Core
Reviews physician medical records to abstract diagnoses and procedures, then codes them using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4/HCPCS systems to ensure accurate billing and charge capture.
Role type
Physician Practice Coder
Builds
Accurate medical billing claims and charge sessions for multi-specialty physician practices
Domain
Healthcare administration / Medical coding
Required skills
ICD-10-CM coding, CPT-4/HCPCS coding, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology basics, chart auditing, compliance with Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, data integrity, HIPAA compliance
Preferred skills
CPC certification, experience with computerized billing systems, problem-solving in coding issues
Technologies
ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, computerized encoding systems, Microsoft applications
Responsibilities
Review patient medical records and abstract medical data; Code diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers; Sequence diagnoses and complications; Perform random chart audits; Research coding issues; Consult with medical staff to clarify documentation; Maintain yearly coding credentials
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
