Medical Coder and Biller (Vascular Procedures)

Position: Medical Coder and Biller (Vascular Procedures) Location: Sacramento, CA (or Remote) Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time positions Salary: Competitive Salary & Bonus Program Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, EAP, 401(k), FSA, Costco, AAA, etc. Job Brief We are seeking an experienced medical coding professional with vascular coding experience to provide doctors and scribes with coding and charting guidance. Must be proficient with 2022 CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10, CCI edits, DRG, and correct use of modifiers. Minimum 2+ years of surgical coding. Must have thorough knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology, and an analytical mind. The role requires consulting, advising, interpreting, and coding patients' medical records, transcriptions, test results, and other documentation, ensuring a smooth billing process. Essential Functions Research 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 rules Prepare summaries and assign the appropriate codes or code sets that apply Assist in preparing medical record documentation/charts for doctors, scribes, surgery schedulers, and other clinicians With the doctor or other clinician during the patient visit, capture and transcribe medical record documentation Assign diagnosis and procedure codes for clinic visits and surgical procedures/deliveries Assist other team members with inquiries regarding coding, documentation, denials and billing Follow all written policies, procedures, and protocols of the clinic, hospitals, and surgery centers Adhere to all policies regarding safety, confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines Work fluidly in our EHR systems (EPIC) and eClinical Works (eCW) to ensure info is accurate and complete Ensure that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations Review patients' charts and documents for verification and accuracy Follow up and clarify any information that is not clear to other staff members Participate in various projects and/or meetings, and complete other tasks as assigned by management Cross-train and help coworkers as needed Knowledge and Experience Minimum 3-5 years of experience in medical coding Minimum 2 years of experience in surgical coding Certification as a CPC for medical practices a big plus, but not required Knowledge of legal, regulatory and policy compliance issues regarding medical coding/billing and documentation High school diploma required; Associate college degree preferred Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, fax, printers, scanners, and other office software Minimum 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 terminology Knowledge and understanding of the workings of medical offices and hospitals Professionalism Must have strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent communication skills Detail-oriented Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as required Be a team player Physical Demands The 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Calfac