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Certified Medical Coder

Certified Medical Coder

HireTalentMcLean, Virginia, US
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Position Status Label : Non- Exempt

Labor Category : Admin

Remote / Onsite : Remote

Additional Informations :

This job is for new sourcing

The purpose of this position is to review the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate / optimal reimbursement for hospital and / or professional charges; Retrieves information from medical records, ensuring adherence with established methods and procedures.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities :

  • Review medical record documentation and accurately code the primary / secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD CM and CPT- coding conventions.
  • Sequence the diagnoses and procedures using coding guidelines.
  • Ensure DRG / APC assignment is accurate.
  • Abstract and compile data from medical records for appropriate optimal reimbursement for hospital and / or professional charges.
  • Serves as backup to other administrative functions as assigned.
  • Meets job standards for achieving contract deliverables.
  • Assists with other job- and education-related duties as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

Critical Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Certification as a Coding Specialist (CCS preferred - others may be considered with substantial hospital inpatient coding experience).

    • Additional Qualifications :

  • Knowledge of ICD- and CPT systems.
  • Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
  • Ability to interpret medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of DRG / APC reimbursement.
  • Coding software.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Efficient data entry skills.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.
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    Certified Medical Coder • McLean, Virginia, US