Certified Medical Coder

Certified Coder/Data EntryResponsible for providing all procedure codes and diagnosis codes ensuring all proper documentation is obtained and sent to insurance copies for billing purposes. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for providing all procedure codes and diagnosis codes for billing procedures. Creating patient accounts on EKG's echocardiograms, and vascular interpretations. Responsible for verifying all demographic information is correct. Entering charges for all hospital procedures, daily rounds, and studies done at the hospital. Responsible for printing and attaching all necessary documentation to the charges for proper billing and verifying the procedures that are being billed were performed. Responsible for taking information down from the hospital calling in for cardiology consults. Assisting different department that may need my assistance in billing, collections, data entry. Maintains patient confidentiality. Ensures procedure codes and diagnosis codes are up to date. Communicates codes changes to staff and providers. Performs chart audits quarterly. Performs related work as required or requested by physicians, or administrators. Practices and adheres to HIPPA regulations. Qualifications and specifications: Education-High School Diploma, some college preferred. Maintaining coding certification. Attending seminars as need or requested by the administrator. Skills in greeting physicians and answering phones in a helpful manner. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Skills in dealing with interpersonal issues and patient relations. Ability to handle multiple priorities without supervision. Knowledge of medical terminology. All employees are expected to: Understand the mission and vision of the clinic. Operate within the concept of patient-focused care. Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene habits. Adhere to attendance policies. Conform to employee policies and office procedures. This description is intended to provide only the basic guidelines for meeting job requirements, responsibilities, knowledge, skills abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve. #J-18808-Ljbffr DaMar Staffing