Medical Coding Jobs

Medical Coding Job Responsibilities

Complete coding assignments according to the rules for coding and reimbursement with few mistakes

Assign or review ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT/HCPCS codes with the right modifiers and accuracy according to payer policies and regulatory requirements.

Review charges and enter them based on the paperwork in the record.

Perform regular reviews to compare scheduled visits and procedures with charges entered and complete full charge encounter reconciliation according to policy.

Ask doctors questions when code assignments aren't clear or when the documentation in the record isn't enough, isn't clear, or is ambiguous.

Work with providers and clinic staff to make sure they understand billing and documentation needs to help the coding function.

Meet the standards for continuing education set by AHIMA/AAPC or other relevant licensing certification agencies, and stay up-to-date on coding rules, regulatory changes, and reporting requirements for reimbursement.

Understand and follow the policies and procedures for medico-legal issues, such as privacy, changing records, releasing information, and patient rights.

Follow the standards set by the American Health Information Management Association and the American Academy of Professional Coders for ethical coding.

Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation are the organizational values of The Elite Coding Sources.

Position Requirements

CPC, CCA, CCS-P, or CCS credentials; or enrollment in or completion of a coding program and eligibility to take the CPC, CCA, CCS-P, or CCS exam; or Associate's degree in Health Information Technology with RHIT certification or exam eligibility.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Health Information Technology, RHIA certification, and one year of coding experience.