Medical Coder in Stamford, CT at Vaco

Job Description

CALLING ALL MEDICAL CODING PROFESSIONALS - APPLY NOW! Our organization is looking to add a CPC Certified Medical Coding Specialist to the team. If you have 3+ years experience working within Medical/Surgical Coding APPLY NOW!

Role: Medical Coder
Pay Rate: $30/hr + Medical Benefits & 4 weeks of PTO
Location: Stamford, CT (on-site 5 days a week)

Reporting to the Supervisor, Coding and Billing, the Associate's daily activity will consist of coding procedures within 2 days of completed operative note, submitting the charges, and follow up on outstanding claims. Utilizes monthly the AR report to identify denial trends and ensure timely payments. This role serves as an internal subject matter expert on coding and billing guidelines.

Job Responsibilties:

• Surgical coding for Orthopedic practice.
• Maintains and expands knowledge of coding and sequencing guidelines to ensure that all healthcare information is accurately assigned the appropriate CPT and ICD-10CM codes, according to coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Stays current on all orthopedic coding guidelines and maintains professional licensure and credentials as necessary.
• Handles confidential information regarding patient records with knowledge of release of information policies.
• Provides Coding education to providers on NCCI edits, and surgical coding guidelines. Contacts physicians as needed to clarify documentation to ensure coding and billing accuracy.
• Assist Surgical Coordinators on coding practices and conventions to provide detailed coding information.
• Submits clean claims to all payers for the Ambulatory Surgical Center
• Investigates and resubmits correct claims that have been rejected or denied by the payers
• Collaborates with the Operations, Clinical Staff, and other departments as necessary.
• Identifies errors and communicates with manager for correction.
• Take the lead on internal and external audits.
• Provides outstanding and enthusiastic customer service to patients, physicians, and staff.
• Assists with other duties as requested by senior management

Medical Coding Professionals, working with Vaco gives you an advantage over your competition through relationships with the human resources manager and hiring managers directly. We are currently looking to fill our client's position and we want to hear from you! Think of us as an advocate who will promote your strengths and prepare you for your interviews supplying you with key info on our client.

Our recruiters will be able to provide great insight about trends in the market-keeping you up to date on compensation expectations, company culture and growth opportunities. If your background is in accounting and you want to partner with the best, apply today!