Mountain Lakes Medical Center, located in Clayton, GA, is hiring a FT Medical Coder. STATUS: Full-time, Days, Monday - Friday

JOB SUMMARY:

Review the contents of medical records and charts to identify the diagnosis and procedures to be coded. Assigns diagnosis and procedures in accordance with ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and the AMA CPT guidelines. Possibility of remote work or remote/on-site combination work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Analyzation of patient charts and records to ensure accuracy and completeness in an effort to obtain maximum reimbursement.
• Ensures that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations in compliance with all medical coding guidelines and policies.
• Receiving and reviewing patient charts and documents for verification and accuracy, being sure to follow up and clarify information that is not clear or is lacking with medical staff members.
• Following up on denied claims to provide further coding or documentation to ensure claim is accepted and paid at maximum reimbursement.

QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION/TRAINING

• High school graduate/GED
• CCA or equivalent

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

• 2 years experience in medical coding.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information, such as Patient Health Information.
• Ability to analyze medical records effectively and accurately.
• Must be knowledgeable and educated in ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding procedures
• Organizational skills
• Microsoft Office skills

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

HOW TO APPLY:

• Online via www.indeed.com
• OR, contact HR at ksimonds@mlmchealth.com