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Description NWOS is hiring a Certified Medical Coder. The Certified Medical Coder serves as support for the providers and/or facilities of NWOS. The Certified Medical Coder ensures claims are coded accurately using appropriate codes from classification systems like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS. The Certified Medical Coder ensures that medical documentation supports the services billed and complies with legal and regulatory standards
. Opportunity for a hybrid remote schedule after 60–90 days. We offer the best of both worlds—collaborative in-person time and the freedom to work from home—within a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Essential Functions - It is the expectation of all NWOS employees to demonstrate, uphold and educate staff on all 19 NWOS Fundamentals.
- Coordinates with clinical staff to get complete charge information for all encounters.
- Codes information on procedures performed while ensuring proper use of CPT, ICD10, and modifiers.
- Verifies documentation and completes charge information to produces accurate billings according to organizational policies.
- Works closely with staff to ensure accurate collection of insurance information, referrals, and payments.
- Corrects and resubmits claims as needed to ensure accurate payments.
- Maintains required billing records, reports, files, etc.
- Provides excellent customer service to patients, clerical staff, and insurance companies, communicating in a positive and professional manner.
- Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints.
- Ensures that Accounts Receivable is kept current according to organizational benchmarks.
- Adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.
Required Qualifications - CPC (Certified Professional Coder) and/or COSC (Certified Orthopaedic Surgery Coder), or agreement to obtain within 6 months of hire (experience may be considered in lieu of certification).
- High School Graduate or equivalent.
Preferred Qualificatoins - 2 years in a medical office, billing, or coding role.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities - Knowledge of current ICD10 and CPT guidelines.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of computer systems and programs.
Benefits NWOS offers a robust benefits package to our employees and their families. NWOS pays 70%-90% for employee rates and 50% for all dependent rates for Medical, Dental, and Vision. NWOS pays 75% of the full-time employee contribution amount for part-time employees. Our benefit plans include:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life & ADD Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Life & ADD Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary AFLAC Options
- 401k Employer Match after 1 year
- 401k Profit Sharing after 1 year
- PTO (.0615 per hour paid)
- 7 paid holidays
Related Jobs: Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Biller, Certified Professional Coder
Hiring Range: $21.25- $33.865
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