Medical Coder

Client Summarization: Televisit

MD is a virtual practice/business in a box for doctors. Televisit

MD delivers patients, medical coverage, virtual workspace, EHR, E-prescribing, and virtual telehealth visit tools and functions that enable flexibility for the patient and the providers allowing remote visits, replacing the current brick and mortar practices and throwing away the "ball and chain" that come with it. We are seeking a Medical Coder who will assist us in coding medical documentation for insurance claims and for our databases.

The Medical Coder will assign required current procedural terminology, healthcare standard procedure coding system, clinical modification, international classification of diseases, and American Society of Anesthesiologists codes. You will decide which codes and functions should be assigned in each instance. This can or will include diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and other complex classifications.

Background Qualifications
- Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a medical coder
• Must be a Certified Professional Coder (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA)
• Excellent computer skills including typing speed and accuracy
• Experienced working with coding software

Skills Needed:

• A strong understanding of physiology, medical terms, and anatomy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong people skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality of medical information
• Attention to detail

• Making sure that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations
• Complying with medical coding guidelines and policies
• Receiving and reviewing patients’ charts and documents for verification and accuracy
• Following up and clarifying any information that is not clear
• Examining documents for missing information
• Liaising with physicians and other parties to clarify information
• Assigning CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, and ASA codes
• Performing chart audits
• Advising and training physicians and staff on medical coding
• Research and analyze data needs for reimbursement
• Ensuring all medical records are filed and processed correctly

Additional day-to-day tasks will be discussed during the interview process. Which will be updated on the job description once discussed.

• Range- $52,000
• 1099 Contract with the possibility of W2 employment after 90-day review
• Must be available for communication and meetings from 9 am to 6 pm EST, Monday thru Friday
• Remote. Must be US Citizen residing in the United States
• This opportunity is for someone looking to work for a small business that offers flexibility. But gives you the opportunity to maintain growth and empathy in the workplace