CODER / MEDICAL BILLING SPEC

Administrative / Clerical

Minimum High School diploma or equivalency certificate

Minimum of one year physician coding experience in conjunction with formal education in coding, (CPC, AHIM, RMC, CPC, CCS-P); or AB, AS from accredited college in Healthcare, which includes coding, medical terminology, and medical systems), medical terminology and / or anatomy; and / or a minimum of three years demonstrated coding "from physician documentation" experience.

A minimum of three years previous healthcare billing, collections experience, and / or managed care experience.

Knowledgeable about third party billing regulations and CPT / ICD coding.

Demonstrate accurate and timely data entry skills.

Familiar with various computer applications (ex : Microsoft Word, Excel, and billing software systems).

Knowledge of spreadsheet applications preferred.

Proven record of dependability

Strong people, communication and decision making skills.

Must pass a basic CPT and ICD coding test prior to hire, if coder has no credentials.