Medical Technologist

Medical CoderAdecco Healthcare and Life Sciences is hiring for a Medical Coder. The position is remote, with a 4 month contract, M-F 8am - 5pm schedule, and a pay rate of $20/hour.Job duties for this position include:Certified Medical Coder, responsible for accurate coding of the professional services (diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers) from medical records in multi setting (Clinic, Outpatient /InPatient Facilities).Preferably with experience in CMS HCC Risk Adjustment Model; Medical Record Review Provider Documentation ValidationApply understanding of relevant medical coding subject areas (e.g., diagnosis, procedural, evaluation and management, ancillary services) to assign appropriate medical codesApply understanding of basic anatomy and physiology to interpret clinical documentation and identify applicable medical codesIdentify areas in clinical documentation that are unclear or incomplete and generate queries to obtain additional informationFollow up with providers as necessary when responses to queries are not provided in a timely basisUtilize medical coding software programs or reference materials to identify appropriate codesApply post-query response to make final determinationsApply relevant Medical Coding Reference, Federal, State, and Professional guidelines to assign and record independent medical code determinationsManage multiple work demands simultaneously to maintain relevant productivity and turnaround time standards for completing medical records (e.g., charts, assessments, visits, encounters)Resolve medical coding edits or denials in relation to code assignmentProvide information or respond to questions from medical coding quality auditsEducate and mentor others to improve medical coding qualityDemonstrate basic knowledge of the impact of coding decisions on revenue cycleOther duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED (or higher)3+ years of coding experience preferably in Medicare Advantage, Risk Adjustment/HCC Coding.Coding certification required from AAPC or AHIMA Professional Coding Association: (CPC, CPC-H, CPC-P, RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CCS, CCS-P etc.) CERTIFICATION MUST BE CURRENT.Advanced level of knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, Modifiers & HCPCS coding classification and guidelinesAdvanced level of knowledge of medical terminology, disease process and anatomy and physicalWhy work for Adecco?Weekly Pay401(k) PlanSkills TrainingExcellent medical, dental, and vision benefitsBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.