Medical Billing and Coding Specialist - Remote

Overview

The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist plays a crucial part in coding and submitting claims, addressing insurance claim denials, and handling payment processing, including Medicaid and Medicare transactions.

In Short

• Code and submit accurate claims based on patient medical records using CPT and ICD-10 coding
• Review patient medical records and assign codes to diagnoses and procedures performed
• Follow up on insurance claim denials and unprocessed claims
• Process and post payments, including Medicaid and Medicare
• Resolve outstanding receivables
• Answer inquiries from client staff and providers
• Ensure coding complies with all federal, legal, and insurance guidelines.
• Identify and solve billing and coding issues by communicating with the appropriate parties.
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with team members and clients
• Embrace technology and automation to increase efficiency of systems and processes

Requirements

• Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, and ICD-10 coding standards.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as eClinicalWorks and NextGen.
• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Certified Professional Coder Certification
• Minimum 3 years of medical billing and coding experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off accruing from day one for immediate use
• Flexible work from home options
• Access to IT concierge services
• Career development training and educational opportunities