[Hiring] Senior Coding Specialist @MedAmerica

Role Description

As a Senior Coding Specialist, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. You are a vital member of the Coding team, reviewing physician documentation on medical charts and assigning correct CPT and ICD-10 codes in accordance with payer statutes and regulations.

• Review and comprehend Clinician documentation for various complex specialty practice lines on multiple coding platforms.
• Apply Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD 10) codes in accordance with all Federal, State, and private payor statutes and regulations.
• Notify Clinician of insufficient or ambiguous documentation and request clarification using the turnaround document (TAD) process.
• Stay current with coding practices by attending scheduled educational sessions and seminars.
• Monitor timekeeping for accuracy and notify Associate Manager, Coding of corrections.
• Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.
• Assist with special projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Certificate of completion of a medical coding course that includes medical terminology required.
• 1-2 years of coding experience required.
• Some level of experience in “hands on” patient care; basic knowledge of pathology and etiology of disease, body areas and organ systems desired.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is preferred.
• Knowledge of pathology and etiology of disease, body areas and organ systems.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology.
• Thorough understanding of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD 10).
• Must have critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet production and quality standards.
• Must have excellent judgement and reasoning abilities to make appropriate medical decisions.
• Accurate data entry skills.
• This dedicated and self-motivated person demonstrates attention to detail which promotes accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize workflow and work autonomously.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Benefits

• Superior health plan options.
• Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more.
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6% plus discretionary profit-sharing contributions (eligible January following 18 months of service).
• Generous paid time off starting 3-4 weeks’ annually.
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts.
• Professional and Career Development Program.
• EAP and travel assistance included.
• Wellness program.
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees.