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Cape Cod Healthcare

Physician Office Coder, Medical Records (Remote Candidates Considered)

Cape Cod Healthcare, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

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Responsibilities

Review all medical record documentation to determine and assign diagnoses, procedures, level codes and modifiers.

Demonstrate complete understanding of coding rules, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology to appropriately code patient information.

Utilize CPT and ICD‑10 books to clarify physician/extender code designation to ensure appropriate coding for Provider RVU assignment and billing of services.

Accurately attach all ICD‑10 codes to the appropriate CPT codes, request clarification from physicians when information is incomplete, and add appropriate modifiers for expected reimbursement based on assigned diagnosis, procedure and level codes.

Post daily ICD‑10, CPT, and HCPCS charges as well as patient demographic information into billing system(s) using physician/extender provided encounter/super bill data.

Assess adequacy of documentation and query providers and physicians to obtain additional medical record documentation or clarify documentation to ensure accurate and appropriate coding.

Maintain a 95% ongoing accuracy rate.

Consistently achieve daily coding output within the minimal productivity standards set by management, maintain accurate productivity logs, self‑manage and prioritize workflow to achieve timely submission of claims, and provide management timely updates.

Work with Revenue Cycle and Medical Records Department to resolve billing issues and questions.

Review and edit claims in CCH organization software programs to assist billing department in claim processing.

Assume professional responsibility for development of skills and ongoing education to maintain certification.

Provide backup Physician Office Coder coverage as designated by management.

Consistently provide service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and co‑workers.

Perform other work‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

High school graduate or GED.

Basic computer skills.

Active CPC (AAPC Certified Professional Coder) or CCS (AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist), or must meet CPC certification eligibility requirements and obtain CPC certification within 3 months of the position.

Minimum 1 year of professional coding experience preferred.

Comprehensive understanding of ICD‑10 and CPT coding.

Successful passage of the coding exam, demonstrating understanding of coding and its impact on reimbursement.

Demonstrated ability to create strong working relationships with physicians and practices.

Capable of working independently as well as within a team environment.

Purpose of Position To assign diagnoses, procedures and level codes based on medical record documentation in accordance with coding compliance, regulatory and reimbursement requirements.

Schedule Details 20 hours per week: (2 × 8‑hour shifts, 1 × 4‑hour shift); days, flexible core shift; no weekends & no holidays (Remote Candidates Considered).

Organization Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location Massachusetts – Hyannis

Department CCH‑HB Health Info Mgmt

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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