Outpatient Medical Coder at Mindseeker Inc. in Richmond, Virginia

Outpatient Medical Coder I

Are you a certified coding professional with at least three (3) years of outpatient medical coding experience? Do you have experience with medical coding for the Department of Defense (DoD) or desire to provide medical coding for the DoD? We are looking for Full-Time Outpatient Medical Coders I to join us in our mission supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This is more than just a job;

it's an opportunity to be part of a supportive and dynamic environment where your skills and passion can truly shine. If you are enthusiastic about continuously enhancing your coding skills and demonstrate unwavering dedication to achieving excellence together, you may be the perfect fit for our team. Highly Competitive Pay and Benefits

• Hourly base pay rate PLUS Health & Welfare
• 11 paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• New computer system and monitor provided
• Online coding clinics
• Flexible work schedules
• 100% Remote positions

Essential Job Duties

• Code Assignment
  - Accurately assign International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnoses, Evaluation and Management (E&M), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes, including utilization of modifiers and units of service, based on medical record documentation for the professional and institutional (facility) components of outpatient primary care encounters.
• Documentation Review
  - Identify and resolve inconsistencies, ambiguities, or discrepancies that may lead to inaccurate coding or affect quality patient care.
• System Utilization
  - Utilize THE Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS systems to remotely access patient records and assign codes for patient encounters.
• Productivity and Quality Standards
  - Achieve and maintain hourly coding productivity and 97% accuracy standards for the position.

Education

• One (1) of the following. If you believe you have the skills and experience to shine in this role, we encourage you to reach out and discuss your qualifications with us. We value diverse backgrounds and recognize that not all candidates may meet the traditional educational requirements.
• Associate's degree or higher in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a biological science, OR
• University certificate in medical coding, OR
• Completion of an American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) coding certification preparation course for professional services or facility coding that includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health information management concepts, and pharmacology, OR
• At least 30 semester hours' university/college credit that includes relevant coursework such as anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, health information management, and/or pharmacology

Certifications
- One (1) of the following certifications through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA):

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), AAPC
• Certified Coding Specialist
  - Physician (CCS-P), AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), AHIMA

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience coding and/or auditing in two (2) or more medical, surgical, and ancillary specialties within the past 10 years (required); OR
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience if that experience was in support of a military treatment facility
• Experience coding and/or auditing outpatient primary care encounters (preferred)
• DoD or Veterans Administration medical coding experience (preferred)
• MHS GENESIS coding experience (preferred)

We recognize the importance of professional growth and encourage our team members to pursue multiple certifications that enhance their skills and value. If you have relevant certifications and hands-on experience, we would love to hear from you! Mindseeker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.