Medical Coder

About the Role

The Medical Coder is crucial for accurately coding the clinic's professional procedures and E&M services. This role involves collecting and reviewing charges from physicians and ARNPs, assigning appropriate CPT and ICD codes, and ensuring timely submissions into the Epic system. The coder will also coordinate with the coding team to capture all reportable services and resolve any coding or billing issues.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process charges for physicians and ARNPs using Epic, ensuring electronic submissions are accurate.
• Audit charts to verify all reportable services are captured.
• Coordinate with coding staff to assign correct ICD and CPT codes, and modifiers according to established guidelines.
• Maintain daily updates in Epic to promote consistent cash flow and address coding issues promptly.
• Manage monthly charge reconciliations and collaborate with the business office to resolve any coding or billing discrepancies.
• Provide coding guidance to Institute staff and assist with documentation for audits.

Qualifications

• CPC or CCS coding credentials are required.
• Must have effective knowledge of ICD and CPT coding and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of billing practices and clinic operating policies.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable practices.
• Cardiology experience is preferred.

Pay

The starting pay for this position is $25.81, and the pay scale is $25.81 - $38.40 USD for Medical Coders. Pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.

Schedule

This role is full-time, Monday – Friday (no weekends). The position is fully remote after a 90-day in-office training. Candidates must live within 50 miles of Tacoma, WA.

Benefits

Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits, and paid time off.