Certified Medical Coder-w2

nTech Workforce has an immediate 22913 Certified Medical Coder Terms of Employment

• W2 Contract, 5 Months
• Location:
  
  Remote

The purpose of this position is to review the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate/optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges; retrieves information from medical records, ensuring adherence with established methods and procedures.

• Review medical record documentation and accurately code the primary/secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding conventions.
• Sequence the diagnoses and procedures using coding guidelines.
• Ensure DRG/APC assignment is accurate.
• Abstract and compile data from medical records for appropriate optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges.
• Serves as backup to other administrative functions as assigned.
• Meets job standards for achieving contract deliverables.
• Assists with other job- and education-related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

• Must have inpatient and DRG auditing experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification as a Coding Specialist (CCS preferred - others may be considered with substantial hospital inpatient coding experience)
• Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT systems.
• Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
• Ability to interpret medical terminology.
• Knowledge of DRG/APC reimbursement.
• Coding software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.

• Medical Insurance;
  Vision Insurance;
  Dental Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan (Discretionary Match Offered)
• Ancillary Coverage (Life, AD&D, Short Term / Long Term Disability)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit
• Note:
  
  As a contingent worker with nTech, you'll be paid for all approved hours worked; paid time off and paid holidays are not provided.

nTech is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre‑employment drug and background screenings.