We are seeking an experienced medical coder to join the revenue cycle team at a federally qualified health center (FQHC). In this role, you will be responsible for accurately assigning medical codes for patient diagnoses and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Review clinical documentation from patient medical records and assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes
- Use coding software to facilitate the coding process and increase efficiency
- Comply with all current coding guidelines, regulations, and protocols
- Identify any documentation gaps and follow up with clinicians for clarification or additional details
- Participate in audits to ensure compliance and proper reimbursement levels
Requirements:
- 3+ years of recent experience in medical coding, specifically in an FQHC setting
- Excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, disease processes, and pharmacology
- Proficiency with CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II coding
- Comfortable using electronic medical records and encoder software programs
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking skills
- Certification such as CPC, COC, or CCS preferred