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TEKsystems Medical Coder- Fully Remote In TX in Waco, Texas
We are hiring for an experienced Medical Coder to support our Waco, TX location!
Job Duties:
Read and analyze patient records
Determine correct codes for patient records
Accurately and efficiently code for specialty services such as oncology and radiology
Submits clean claims for payment
Maintain an error rate of 5% or less
Monitor, research, and correct claim denials within health plan requirements and document any trends with which to follow-up
Assist with provider education
Complies with Federal and State standards utilizing CCI edits, Medicare bulletins, ACR bulletins, etc. to keep abreast of the changes within the industry
Maintains knowledge of and complies with coding guidelines
Follow-up with multi-specialty practices on coding holds
Find documentation in multiple EMR systems such as EPIC, ECW, Cerner, Meditech
Interacts with clients to ensure accuracy
Maintain patient confidentiality and information security
Must meet production goals assigned by supervisor
Skills and Abilities for the role:
Strong knowledge of medical billing and coding practices
Extensive knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS
Strong Insurance Knowledge
Ability to work EMR systems
Must demonstrate strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft office products
Must have strong critical thinking skills
Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment
Ability to work independently without close supervision
Ability to exercise judgement and make decisions
Ability to perform in a high productivity, fast-paced environment
Interpersonal skills and conflict resolution
Attention to detail
Excellent phone and computer skills
Ability to maintain sensitive information in confidence
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Strong ability to uphold organizational values, work with integrity and ethically, inspire the trust of others, and treat people with respect
Strong HIPAA and OSHA knowledge
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.