We are looking for people who want to help physicians succeed and be ahead of the curve with patient and financial outcomes. MED3OOO is one of the largest national healthcare management and technology companies in the US devoted to making healthcare a better place for physicians to practice and patients to receive care. We offer proven solutions to physician groups, provider networks, and EMS ambulance organizations to allow them to reach their highest levels of operational, financial and clinical outcomes.

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Coder

Position Summary:

The Coder is responsible for Coding Path Reports and/or Patient Requisitions to the most specific level of coding in order to file a clean claim as well as ensure the Account Creation Department always has work to key.

Responsibilities:

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  Receive client batches from Account Creation/Data Preparation Department and maintain work flow standards, ensuring the Account Creation Department receives their work in a timely manner.
  
  
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  Apply ICD-9 Code by reading path reports/requisitions, using up to date reference books that describe the disease, injury, etc, and write code on report.
  
  
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  Ensure the quality of coding pathology reports/requisitions by using the most specific level of coding. Code symptoms or reason for the encounter if findings are unspecific.  Please refer to the billing intranet site to obtain protocol for coding pap smears.
  
  
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  Return reports for diagnosis clarification to manager when client contact is necessary to obtain the information needed to code.
  
  
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  Assist in researching a request from the AR Department to assign a more specific diagnosis code to a denied claim.
  
  
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  Monitor daily charge goals via email alerts in order to prioritize workflow.
  
  
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  Maintain a 3% error ratio for Quality Assurance.

Requirements:

Must have high school diploma or higher education.1-2 years experience in billing.

Must be able to work independently and help our other departments when work is slow. Minimum of 8,000 keystrokes per hour. Take a logical approach to reviewing path reports to identify possible reporting mistakes. Be an efficient team member and resource for the coding department and office. Must have good research skills for coding documentation verification via credentialed books/internet sites. Make all efforts to seek further education as a team member for training and advancement opportunities (work towards CPC Certification).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), FSA’s and paid time off. 

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter, including salary history by applying online or fax to 843-269-9930.