The Medical Coder will be responsible for reviewing denied claims for coding and/or billing errors and determining appropriate action. The coder will be responsible for corrections to individual accounts which include CPT and/or ICD 10 correction, application of correct modifiers, etc. The Medical Coder is also responsible for ensuring that government, state, and local guidelines are followed. Payers include but are not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, and commercial health insurance carriers
Responsibilities
Examining medical claims
Verification of health insurance benefits
Performing reviews of denied claims (coding and billing) to detect any coding errors and applying appropriate action. CPT, diagnosis, modifier updates.
Ensure coding guidelines are followed (AMA, Medicare, Medicaid, and private payers).
Review medical records to verify and substantiate diagnosis and procedures.
Correcting and resubmitting claims
Documenting actions taken
Maintaining quality customer services
Ensuring legal compliance
Qualifications
1-5 Years’ Experience in Revenue Cycle Management and Certification Billing/Coding.
CPC or equivalent certification. (AAPC/AHIMA)(CPC-A accepted)
Prior coding experience preferred
Knowledge of Medicaid/Medicare guidelines preferred
Working knowledge of managed care, commercial insurance, Medicare/Medicaid
Understanding and adherence to HIPAAand PHI guidelines
Comprehensive knowledge of insurance plans, member eligibility, and medical billing
Understanding of CPT, ICD-10, UB, HCFA, and 837 terminologies
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Detail oriented, strong problem solving, analyzing information and research skills
Excellent math, verbal and communication skills
Computer proficiency; experience with financial software,
Documentation and data entry skills
Ability to meet productivity goals based on portfolio
Experience level will be confirmed at the time of hiring based upon factors set forth by the company
Permanent day shift account but the training will be done in the graveyard shift
Must be willing to work in the office located at Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
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