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Mountain Lakes Medical Center Medical Coder in Clayton, Georgia
Mountain Lakes Medical Center, located in Clayton, GA, is hiring a FT Medical Coder. STATUS: Full-time, Days, Monday - Friday
JOB SUMMARY:
Review the contents of medical records and charts to identify the diagnosis and procedures to be coded. Assigns diagnosis and procedures in accordance with ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and the AMA CPT guidelines. Possibility of remote work or remote/on-site combination work.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Analyzation of patient charts and records to ensure accuracy and completeness in an effort to obtain maximum reimbursement.
- Ensures that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations in compliance with all medical coding guidelines and policies.
- Receiving and reviewing patient charts and documents for verification and accuracy, being sure to follow up and clarify information that is not clear or is lacking with medical staff members.
- Following up on denied claims to provide further coding or documentation to ensure claim is accepted and paid at maximum reimbursement.
QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION/TRAINING
- High school graduate/GED
- CCA or equivalent
MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE
- 2 years experience in medical coding.
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information, such as Patient Health Information.
- Ability to analyze medical records effectively and accurately.
- Must be knowledgeable and educated in ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding procedures
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Office skills
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
HOW TO APPLY:
- Online via www.indeed.com
- OR, contact HR at ksimonds@mlmchealth.com