Medical Coder Trainee

Responsibilities:

• Review operative reports to abstract information and apply CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes
• Provide coding for all Level 1 procedures (ASC)
• Verify LCD/NCD information as appropriate
• Utilize NCCI edits, AMA CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic, and other resources as needed
• Initiate physician queries as needed
• Escalate coding/documentation problems when appropriate
• Participate in ongoing coding trainings
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned

Role Information:

• Full-Time
• Hourly
• Non-Exempt
• Working within our business operating hours of India (IST)
• Eligible for Benefits
• Remote: The minimum bandwidth requirements are 2 Mbps upload and 2 Mbps download speeds. The recommended bandwidth requirements are 10 Mbps upload and 30 Mbps download speeds.

Job Requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Education:

• Graduate in any discipline.
• Experience working in an /Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
• Coding certification through AAPC or AHIMA (CPC, COC, RHIT, CCS, etc.). Apprentice designation accepted.
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to assume new tasks or assignments as needed
• Strong attention to detail and speed while working within tight deadlines
• Exceptional ability to follow oral and written instructions
• A high degree of flexibility and professionalism
• Excellent organizational skills
• Outstanding communications skills; both verbal and written
• Strong Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Physical Demands:

• Sitting and typing for an extended period of time
• Reading from a computer screen for an extended period of time
• Work environment of a traditional fast-paced and deadline-oriented office
• Working closely with others
• Frequent verbal communication, primarily over the phone, and face-to-face interaction
• Working independently
• Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment
• Work environment of a traditional fast-paced and deadline-oriented office

Key Competencies:

• Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge
• Productivity
• Initiative/Execution
• Flexibility