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Medical Coder
Full-time: M-F 8am-5pm
Starting Pay: $18 - $22/hr. DOE
Position Overview:
At Conceptions Fertility Center we are passionate about providing empathetic, personalized, and exceptional patient care. We work to help people grow and build their families through a variety of treatment options. We are currently looking for experienced, compassionate, and dynamic team players to join our growing practice. If you are looking for a rewarding environment where your talent and skills will change people’s lives, then we want to talk to you. This position is integral to our practice and requires working closely with patients, providers, and other staff.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Medical Coder to join our billing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and coding guidelines. You will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely coding of medical records, which is essential for billing, reimbursement, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The position will also provide support, as needed, to our billing team helping with other billing related tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze medical records, patient charts, and documentation related to fertility treatments rendered at the clinic.
- Assign appropriate medical codes to diagnoses, procedures, and services using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS code sets.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of coded information to facilitate proper reimbursement and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Communicate regularly and effectively with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and coding queries, helping them to understand the necessity of your recommendations.
- Stay updated on changes in coding guidelines, regulations, and reimbursement policies relevant to fertility treatments.
- Collaborate with billing specialists to resolve coding-related denials, rejections, and queries from insurance companies.
- Participate in coding audits and quality improvement initiatives to enhance coding accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Provide coding-related education and training to clinical and administrative staff as needed.
- Assist the billing team with billing related tasks as assigned by the Billing Supervisor and Practice Manager.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; certification in medical coding (e.g., CPC, CCS) required.
- Proven experience as a Medical Coder in a healthcare setting.
- In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology.
- Proficiency in using coding classification systems such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical billing software.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.
We Offer:
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive training
- Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
- A fun, motivated group of people at a clinic that makes a difference in people’s lives.
Salary : $18 - $22
