Westchester Community Health Center

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Medical Coder

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The medical coder will review, analyze, and assure the final diagnosis/procedures as stated by the practicing provider(s) are valid and complete and will accurately follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliancy with Federal and State regulations.

Essential Duties:

  • Audit transcription of physician notes into an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS).
  • Performs comprehensive review of records to assure presence of all component parts are indicated.
  • Evaluate record documentation for consistency and adequacy.
  • Ensures proper submission of services prior to billing on pre-determined charges.                           
  • Accurately follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and state regulations.                                                                                   
  • Maintains compliance standards in accordance with the Compliance Policies and Code of Ethics.   
  • Reports Compliance problems appropriately.                                                                             
  • Determines the final diagnosis and procedures stated by the physician(s) or health care provider(s) are valid and complete.                                                                        
  • Maintains all mandatory in-service meetings and/or training.               
  • Performs other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in job description.       

Qualifications:

  • One (1) year experience using ICD-10CM, CPT, HCPCS; Inpatient coding and billing.
  • Knowledge of medical records, electronic health records, knowledge of coding guidelines, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Federal Laws, Regulations, Code of Conduct.                                                  
  • Interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and/or medical office practices.         
  • High School Diploma and/or College Degree.                                                                  
  • Computer competency and knowledge of medical office software.                                                            
  • Certified Coder/Specialist Credentials or in process. Knowledge of Billing Practices (FQHC)

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000 to $39,690 Annually

Benefits:

  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Benefit Conditions: A waiting period may apply

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