Certified Medical Coder

LHH Is currently recruiting for a Certified Medical Coder in Melville, NY. This is a direct hire position. Training will be fully onsite initially, transitioning to hybrid (Wednesday and Thursday) after training.

Job Duties:

• Review Work-Queues: Ensure all CPT and/or HCPCS charge codes are accurate based on physician documentation.
• Stay Updated: Keep abreast of all physician billing and coding guidelines.
• Assist Physicians: Help physicians assign CPT codes that accurately represent the treatment provided.
• Coding Guidelines: Full knowledge of coding guidelines including Initial vs Subsequent, New vs Established, Sick vs Preventive, Split Share, and COVID-19.
• Telemedicine Billing: Review Telemedicine Grid per insurance to ensure proper billing.
• NCCI Edits: Full knowledge of National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) to review and resolve NCCI edits for Part B physician billing claim edits.

Education, Certifications, and Experience:

• Minimum: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Preferred: College degree
• Experience: 2-5 years preferred
• Certifications: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialists (CCS), or Certified Coding Specialists Physicians (CCSP)
• Skills: Full knowledge of CPT and ICD-10-CM coding, computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel), ability to work under nominal supervision, excellent written and oral communication skills, knowledge of billing guidelines.

Compensation:

• Annual Salary: $81,000