Certified Coder

Description CPT and ICD coding Radiology Procedures Assign “Merit-based Incentive Payment System” codes (MIPs) Maintain quality assurance standards for department Report any discrepancies when reviewing radiology reports Ability to understand insurance guidelines regarding medical necessity for all payers Ability to understand compliance rules for HIPPA, CMS, AMA, WHO, and OIG Able to meet weekly/monthly deadlines with high degree of accuracy Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent Certification: Medical Coding certification through AAPC, AHIMA, RHIA or RHIT required Skills: Computer literate, detailed oriented, demonstrates initiative, time management, able to multi-task, strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy, familiar with current insurance guidelines, understands payer coding denials, highly organized to work effectively and efficiently, goal driven, ability to multi-task, uses comprehensive and critical thinking for problem solving, effective verbal and written communication skills Experience: Radiology preferred; 2+ years current coding; 2+ years in medical office or related setting