Certified Medical Coder

NWOS is hiring a Certified Medical Coder.  The Certified Medical Coder serves as support for the providers and/or facilities of NWOS. The Certified Medical Coder ensures claims are coded accurately using appropriate codes from classification systems like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS. The Certified Medical Coder ensures that medical documentation supports the services billed and complies with legal and regulatory standards.  This is not a remote position. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. It is the expectation of all NWOS employees to demonstrate, uphold and educate staff on all 19 NWOS Fundamentals.
2. Coordinates with clinical staff to get complete charge information for all encounters.
3. Codes information on procedures performed while ensuring proper use of CPT, ICD10, and modifiers.
4. Verifies documentation and completes charge information to produces accurate billings according to organizational policies.
5. Works closely with staff to ensure accurate collection of insurance information, referrals, and payments.
6. Corrects and resubmits claims as needed to ensure accurate payments.
7. Maintains required billing records, reports, files, etc.
8. Provides excellent customer service to patients, clerical staff, and insurance companies, communicating in a positive and professional manner.
9. Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints.
10. Ensures that Accounts Receivable is kept current according to organizational benchmarks.
11. Adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPC (Certified Professional Coder) and/or COSC (Certified Orthopaedic Surgery Coder), or agreement to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• High School Graduate or equivalent. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATOINS:

• Minimum of 2 years in a medical office, billing or coding role.  CPC or COSC certification may be considered in lieu of experience.   

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of current ICD10 and CPT guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer systems and programs.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment including fax machines, copiers, scanners, etc.

BENEFITS:

NWOS offers a robust benefits package to our employees and their families. NWOS pays 70%-90% for employee rates and 50% for all dependent rates for Medical, Dental, and Vision. NWOS pays 75% of the full-time employee contribution amount for part-time employees.  Our benefit plans include:

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & ADD Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life & ADD Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary AFLAC Options
• 401k Employer Match after 1 year
• 401k Profit Sharing after 1 year
• PTO (.0615 per hour paid)
• 7 paid holidays

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