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Professional Billing Coder II (Remote) 101 Truman Medical Center, Job Location: University Health 4 (UH4), Kansas City, Missouri

Department: Corporate Professional Billing

Position Type: Full time

Work Schedule: 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Hours Per Week: 40

Overview

The Coder II position is responsible for accurate coding of professional services from medical record documentation. Reviews, codes and assigns correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, procedure codes, and E/M level codes for professional services across multiple specialties according to AMA/CMS coding guidelines.

This is a fully remote position following the initial probation period. The coder may be asked to come on site for special assignments or training as needed after this period.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate coding of professional services from medical record documentation.
• Review, code, and assign correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, procedure codes, and E/M level codes for multiple specialties according to AMA/CMS guidelines.

Minimum Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• Current AAPC or AHIMA Coding Certification (e.g., CPC, COC, CCS, Specialty Coding Credential) or RHIT, RHIA, CEDC (Certified Emergency Department Coder).
• 2 years of medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 for multiple specialties
• Knowledge of insurance company, third-party and government reimbursement programs (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, MC+).
• Knowledge of medical insurance billing and collection
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9/10-CM, and HCPCS coding and medical terminology in multiple physician practice specialties
• Demonstrated proficiency in PATH documentation guidelines
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
• Knowledge of medical information systems for physician billing
• Proficiency in computer hardware and software systems, programs and devices
• Knowledge of Medicare rules and LCD/NCCI edits and proper procedure code sequencing
• Effective verbal and written communication with all levels of staff; detail oriented
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 in an academic teaching health care organization