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Professional Coder II (Remote)101 Truman Medical CenterJob Location
University Health 4 (UH4)Kansas City, MissouriDepartment
Position Type
Work Schedule
Hours Per Week
Job Description
This is a fully remote position following the initial probation period. The coder may be asked to come on site for special assignments or training as needed after this period.
Minimum Requirements
Associates degree or equivalent in education and experience.
Current AAPC or AHIMA Coding Certification (e.g., CPC, COC, CCS, Specialty Coding Credential) or RHIT, RHIA, CEDC (Certified Emergency Department Coder).
2-years medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 for multiple specialties
Knowledge of insurance company, third-party and government reimbursement programs; i.e. Medicare, Medicaid, MC+, etc.
Knowledge of medical insurance billing and collection
Knowledge with CPT, ICD 9/10 CD, and HCPCS coding and medical terminology in multiple physician practice specialties
Demonstrated high proficiency in Physician at Teaching Hospital (PATH) documentation guidelines
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of medical information systems for physician billing
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computer hardware and software systems, programs and devices.
Ability to maintain knowledge of Medicare rules and Local Carrier Determination (LCD) and national Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits and proper procedure code sequencing
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and written with all levels of staff Detail oriented.
Ability to work independently and in a group setting
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Experience with medical records coding of CPT/HCPCS & ICD-10 in an academic teaching health care organization
Other facts
About University Health
University Health, located at 2101 Charlotte Street is TMC’s beautiful new outpatient care and day-surgery center, with sixteen clinics including Sabates Eye Center, Plastic Surgery, Hernia repair and Medical Imaging with Siemens 3D Mammography. University Health is a partner in the innovative UMKC Health Sciences District.
What you'll do
- The Coder II position is responsible for accurate coding of professional services from medical record documentation. This includes reviewing, coding, and assigning correct diagnosis and procedure codes according to coding guidelines.
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