Medical Coding Specialist

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Type of Position: Full-time

Work Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am - 5pm

General Description

In this role, you will review pathology reports and assign appropriate codes to diagnoses and procedures. These codes are essential for accurate billing and ensuring healthcare providers receive proper reimbursement.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Review Reports: Examine pathology reports to identify relevant information.
• Assign Codes: Use coding systems like ICD-10-CM and CPT to assign accurate codes to diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure Accuracy: Verify that all codes are accurate and comply with current regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate: Work with billing departments and healthcare providers to resolve any discrepancies or questions.
• Stay Updated: Keep up-to-date with changes in coding standards and healthcare regulations.
• Assist management with daily and monthly reporting, as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• Prior medical billing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and medical billing software
• Ability to work independently.
• Computer skills

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED

The above statements are intended to describe the essential responsibilities being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities assigned to these people.

Physical Requirements

• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk, occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time.
• The work environment is primarily an office setting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

• This position is not remote or hybrid; it is fully office-based. Do you still wish to be considered?

Work Location: In person