MedStar Ambulatory Services is currently seeking a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) with 1–2 years of coding experience to join our team. CPC certification through AAPC is required. CPC-A (Apprentice) certification does not meet the minimum requirements for this position.
This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position. Following successful completion of the 90-day probationary period, the position offers a hybrid work schedule: Monday & Friday: Remote & Tuesday–Thursday: On-site
Our business office is located in Columbia, Maryland.
General Summary of Position
Codes and abstracts Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) services using CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS and other applicable patient classification schemes.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Abstracts and ensures accuracy of diagnoses, procedure, patient demographics and other required data elements.
- Contacts physician when conflicting or ambiguous information appears in the medical record. Adheres to the MedStar Coding Query Policy and procedure.
- Meets established Quality standards as defined by policies.
- Meets established Productivity standards as defined by policies.
- Resolves all quality reviews timely (e.g. Medical necessity reviews; Coding Quality assurance reviews; external vendor reviews).
- Reviews medical record documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures. Assigns correct diagnostic, procedural codes and appropriate modifiers using standard guidelines and maintaining departmental accuracy standards.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in coding related studies preferred
- Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology ICD-CM required
- CPT-4 preferred
Experience
- 1-2 years coding experience and experience with clinical information systems (3M grouper electronic medical records computer assisted coding) preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- CPC (Certified Professional Coder) required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills required.
Coding Specialist I Outpatient - MedStar Ambulatory Surgery Centers in Columbia at MedStar Health
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This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely. It was posted 2 days ago.