Medical Coder and Biller (Vascular Procedures)

Medical Coder and Biller (Vascular Procedures)Location: Sacramento, CA (or Remote)Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time positionsSalary: Competitive Salary & Bonus ProgramBenefits: Health, Dental, Vision, EAP, 401(k), FSA, Costco, AAA, etc.About UsWith a growing network of locations, California Foot & Ankle Centers (CALFAC) and the Vascular Institutes in Sacramento, Dallas, and Houston provide comprehensive care and surgery, including advanced wound care and amputation-prevention therapies, lower extremity peripheral nerve surgery, vascular surgery and endovascular procedures.We have been serving patients for over 60 years, building a loyal patient base keeping our clinic locations busy with little to no marketing during that time. Our highly-competent doctors and medical staff all believe in giving a caring approach to each patient, as well as our utilizing the most modern technology available. Further, we conduct clinical trials and podiatric research at all of our locations.As a part of our team, you will be welcome in working with us for years to come as we do good work in our communities. We value team building, and our staff oftimes engages in after work activities in order to build relationships and play an essential role in our community.Job BriefWe are seeking an experienced medical coding professional, with vascular coding experience, to provide our doctors and scribes the best coding and charting guidance. Must be experienced with 2022 CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes. Must also be experienced with CCI edits, DRG, and correct use of modifiers. Must have 2+ years of surgical coding minimum. Must have a thorough knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology, as well as an analytical mind. As you consult, advise, interpret, and code patients' medical records, transcriptions, test results, and other documentation, we will rely on you to ask questions, connect the dots, and uncover information that may be difficult to find-all with the ultimate goal of ensuring a smooth billing process.A pleasant, calm, and professional demeanor is essential, as the front office staff are the first and last people that the patients interact with. As a member of our team, we all provide a high level of efficient patient care, while always presenting a caring, ethical, and professional experience for the patients.Essential FunctionsResearch proper coding options for medical procedures (Scope: lower extremities, both office and surgical)Attend conferences, symposiums, or other opportunities to learn new codes and coding rulesPrepare summaries and assign the appropriate codes or code sets that applyAssist in preparing medical record documentation/charts for doctors, scribes, surgery schedulers, and other cliniciansWith the doctor or other clinician during the patient visit, capture and transcribe medical record documentationAssign diagnosis and procedure codes for clinic visits and surgical procedures/ deliveriesAssist other team members with inquiries regarding coding, documentation, denials and billingFollow all written policies, procedures, and protocols of the clinic, hospitals, surgery centers, etc.Adhere to all policies regarding safety, confidentiality and HIPPA guidelinesWork fluidly in our EHR systems (EPIC) and eClinical Works (eCW) to ensure info is accurate and completeEnsure that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulationsReview patients' charts and documents for verification and accuracyFollow up and clarify any information that is not clear to other staff membersParticipate in various projects and/or meetings, and complete other tasks as assigned by managementCross-train and help coworkers as neededKnowledge and ExperienceMinimum 3-5 years of experience in medical codingMinimum 2 years of experience in surgical codingCertification as a CPC for medical practices a big plus, but not requiredKnowledge of legal, regulatory and policy compliance issues regarding medical coding/billing and documentationHigh school diploma required; Associate college degree preferredProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, fax, printers, scanners, and other office softwareMinimum 2 years experience working with EHR systems (especially EPIC or eCW).Must be fluent in English (read, write, comprehend, and speak)Knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and medical terminologyKnowledge and understanding of the workings of medical offices and hospitalsProfessionalismMust have strong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlinesAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionExcellent communication skillsDetail-oriented and mustAbility to maintain strict confidentiality as requiredBe a team playerPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, handle documents, bend and stoop as needed, and reach with hands and arms. The position requires use of keyboard and computer regularly. Strong vision abilities to perform extensive computer-related work.