Lead Medical Coder and Auditor [PR0001D]
* Full-time
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ProSidian Seeks a Lead Medical Coder and Auditor (Full-Time) in CONUS - Fort Stewart, GA to support an engagement for a branch of the United States Armed Forces' Regional Health Command whose mission is to provide a proactive and patient-centered system of health with the focus on the medical readiness of all Soldiers and for those entrusted to the care for a medically-ready force.
The ProSidian Engagement Team Members work to provide health coding services to a branch of the United States Armed Forces' Regional Health Command- Atlantic (RHC-A) military treatment facilities and provide services to MTFs located in the National Capital Region and various RHC-A Medical Treatment Facility (MTFs) locations.
MD - Medical Billing & Coding Candidates shall work to support requirements as a Lead Medical Coder and Auditor and review health record documentation for assignment of proper diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing system edits, Military Health System specific, and commercial coding guidance. This position will review and accurately code/audit office and hospital procedures for reimbursement.
* Receive and review patient charts and documents for accuracy
* Ensure that all codes are current and active
* Report missing or incomplete documentation
* Meet daily coding production
* Review medical records and other source documents and collect clinical data according to specifications and guidelines provided by MHS
* Accurately enter data into abstraction software
* Update and maintain document lists
* Ensure proper coding on provider documentation
* Serves as resource regarding insurance resolutions and coding questions
* Handles co-pays, balances, and charge posting
* Follow all DoD and DHA directives, guidance, instructions, policies, procedures, rules, and standards relating to protection of patient information and privacy practices.
* Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
* Maintain security and confidentiality of medical records and Protected Health Information (PHI)
* Performs additional duties assigned by Coding Manager as needed
The Lead Medical Coder and Auditor shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years. Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and related tools and technology required for the position.
Must Have A Minimum Of 2 Yrs Certification Of One Of The Following: a) American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Credentials: RHIA - Risk Health Information Administration | RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician | CCA - Certified Coding Associate | CCS- Certified Coding Specialist and/or b) American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC): CPC - Certified Professional Coder | COC - Certified Outpatient Coder | CIC - Certified Inpatient Coder | CRC - Certified Risk Coder
Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined. Keys Skillset Attributes Required To be successful are Attention to Detail | Discretion | Computer Skills | Office Skills | Organizational Skills | Writing Skills | Operations | Coding | Quality | Compliance | Analytical abilities.
* High school degree or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
* Medical Coding Certificate; RHIT or CPC by AAPC or AHIMA license; meet state licensure requirements
* Maintain coding certification and attends in-service training as required
* Two (2) years of medical coding experience
* Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
* Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team
* Strong computer skills in data entry, coding, and knowledge of Electronic Medical Record software; Microsoft Office Suite
* Accurate and precise attention to detail
* Outstanding oral and written communications skills
* Clinical background and previous chart abstraction experience is also preferred.
TRAVEL: Travel as coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, is allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.
LOCATION: Work shall be conducted CONUS - Fort Stewart, GA
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