Certified Coder; Remote - Pediatrics Administration

Overview

Position Summary:

Scheduled Hours 40. Reviews medical record documentation to determine appropriate billing codes and necessary documentation.

• Review documentation in the record to identify all pertinent facts necessary to select comprehensive diagnoses and procedures that fully describe patient conditions and treatment.
• Evaluate and manage codes, selecting appropriate CPT codes and assigning diagnoses to appropriate ICD-10 codes.
• Meet with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding issues, secure signatures of all unsigned dates of service, and tag files for follow‑up.
• Act as lead person and assist coders with IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation as required.
• Assist with efforts to increase physician awareness of documentation requirements.
• Prepare case reports and initiate follow‑up for billing processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Certified Coding Associate (CCA) – AHIMA
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) – AHIMA
• Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based (CCS‑P) – AHIMA
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – AAPC
• Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice (CPC‑A) – AAPC
• Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC‑H) – AAPC
• Certified Professional Coder – Hospital Apprentice (CPC‑H‑A) – AAPC
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) – AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) – AHIMA

• Previous coding experience or experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of ICD‑10 and CPT coding.
• Associate degree in Medical Coding & Billing.

Normal office environment. Typically sitting at a desk. Office equipment provided. Physical effort is minimal.

Grade C10‑H Salary Range: $25.30 – $37.94 per hour. Individual rates are determined by qualifications and performance.

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and reduced copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) retirement savings plan starting at 7% employee match.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, employee assistance program, financial resources, dietitian access.
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave for new children.
• Coverage for tuition for dependent undergraduate‑level college up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.

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