Senior Medical Coder

Job Description

Minimum 5 years medical coding work experience, should be working in healthcare department. Hands on experience in Radiology and multi-specialty is a must Must have the Knowledge of general accounting principles, revenue cycle processes, medical insurance, and associated regulations High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to manage a Team and multiple tasks/projects. Screen deadlines simultaneously and to identify and resolve exceptions and to interpret data; Customer service orientation including the ability to interface with third party payers Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications Assign CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, and DRG codes Examine documents for missing information, corrects information as needed Extract relevant information from patient records and acts as liaison with providers and other parties to clarify information Answers questions, advises, and trains providers and staff on medical coding Informs supervisor of issues with equipment and billing software, and serves as point person for billing software issues, complications and submits service tickets through AMD Ensures compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines; understands the application of each code set Maintains current knowledge regarding coding and diagnostic procedures Works towards compliance in all aspects of coding, participates in compliance activities as requested, and conducts/participates in provider coding reviews and education, as requested