Coder - EngageMED Corporate - ON-SITE

Description

Position: Coder

Department: Revenue Cycle-9002

FLSA Status: Full Time; Non-Exempt

Reports To: Office Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION –

JOB SUMMARY:

A nonexempt position responsible for coordinating, verifying, distributing, and managing all billable services.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with clinical staff to get charge information for all patients.
• Codes information about procedures performed and diagnosis on charge.
• Verifies and completes charge information in database and produces billing.
• Processes and distributes copies of billings according to clinic policies.
• Ensures all charge codes and doctor codes are correct. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of one year billing experience in a health care organization.
• Knowledge of billing practices and clinic policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of coding and clinic operating policies.
• Proficient skills in computer programs.
• Skill in using a calculator.
• Ability to understand and interpret policies and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret medical charts.
• Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.

OTHER KEY SKILLS:

• Team player - possess a positive attitude and demonstrates honesty and integrity in all endeavors.
• Ability to understand, apply and analyze financial data.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to self-start and work independently or as part of a diverse team.
• Detail oriented and organized with the ability to easily identify areas that require improvement.