Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Our company, Physicians Independent Management Services, inc. (PIMS) is seeking to hire a highly skilled Medical Coder to join our team. As a Medical Coder, you will be responsible for reviewing and auditing medical reports for CPT coding accuracy, assigning ICD-10, verifying ICD-10 relation to CPT when necessary, and verifying ICD-10 to the highest specificity. In addition, you will be required to accurately audit and code all reports before billing; and prepare weekly communications to physicians and keep updated on industry changes. After an initial training period, this position allows for office-based and remote work based on operational necessity. The schedule is flexible within the team's core hours of 6:00 am and 3:30 pm M-F.
Join a team driven by a meaningful mission that goes beyond the daily tasks. Your work here contributes to a purpose that makes a positive impact on patients and the community. Beyond a competitive salary, enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that caters to your holistic well-being through health and wellness programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES LIST - Review and audit medical reports for CPT coding accuracy.
- Verify ICD-10 relation to CPT when necessary and verify ICD-10 to highest level of specificity.
- Code medical reports for CPT and ICD-10 as needed.
- Apply CMS MIPS Quality Data Codes, where applicable.
- Collaborates with laboratory management to identify and resolve coding issues.
- Correspond with the performing physician concerning any discrepancies and/or corrections.
- Meet with team management as needed.
- Prepare materials to present coding presentations to clients.
- Communicate billing or other items of concern with team management.
- Review and monitor queue dates.
- Ensure all cases are completed in a timely manner.
- Must keep updated on industry changes.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS - Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10-CM codes and procedures.
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
- Knowledge of business office procedures.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with other team members.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work in a high-volume and fast-paced medical billing office.
- Skilled preparation of professional correspondence.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office suite, particularly the functionality of Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
- Professional manners and emotional intelligence skills.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS - Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC®)
EXPERIENCE - 1+ years healthcare experience.
- Dermatology and/or pathology experience is preferred.
Job Tags
Full time, Remote job, Flexible hours,