Physician Denials Coder

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Responsible for coding and abstracting procedural (CPT) and diagnosis codes (ICD-10) for physician services, reviewing physician documentation in the electronic medical record for completeness and accuracy to ensure proper code assignment, providing physician feedback of discrepancies/trends, resolving edits and denials, and releasing encounters for billing. Utilizes intermediate problem-solving skills to address coding related tasks of detailed, medium complexity. Duties include procedural (CPT) and diagnosis (ICD-10) coding for all places of service, including, but not limited to ER, observation, inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory surgery, and other ancillary services. Responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting physician documentation, CPT and diagnosis coding, charge entry, coding claim edit, and coding denial management for coding related tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least two (2) years relevant coding and abstracting experience in an acute care hospital.
• Experience with Epic, 3M CAC and HDM system
• Certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or , CCS-P, CCS-H, RHIA, RHIT, or equivalent coding certification required.
• AAPC preferred or AHIMA accredited.
• Remote, but must live in Georgia.

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.