Coding and abstracting information from provider patient medical records and hospital ancillary records per facility and/or state requirements.
Should be CPC-A certified and specialized in Surgery coding Eligibility
Candidate should be a Life science/BPT/Pharm/Nursing
Candidate should have knowledge in Anatomy/Physiology
Medical Transcription background preferred
Assigning appropriate billing codes based on medical documentation using CPT-4 and/or ICD-9 coding guidelines.
Querying physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes.
Monitoring unbilled accounts report for outstanding and/or un-coded encounters to reduce accounts receivable days.
Following strict coding guidelines within established productivity standards.
Addressing billing/coding related inquires for providers as needed, U.S. only.
Attending meetings and in-service training to enhance coding knowledge, compliance skills, and maintenance of credentials.
Maintaining patient confidentiality. Requirements of the role include:
3 years of experience working with CPT and ICD-9 coding principles, governmental regulations, protocols and third party requirements regarding medical billing.
1+ year of experience analyzing medical records in Anesthesia.
1+ year(s) of experience using a computer with Windows PC applications that required you to use a keyboard, navigate screens, and learn new software tools.
Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts from Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 5:30p.m IST.
