Certified Medical Coder – Interventional Radiology (IR)
Consulting Radiologists, Ltd. (CRL) is seeking a Certified Medical Coder to perform all abstracting coding functions associated with appropriate assignments of ICD 10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, modifier, and unit assignments in relation to Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology documentation to ensure proper financial reimbursement, meet federal regulations, and adhere to compliance guidelines.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze and assign appropriate ICD 10 CM, CPT, and modifiers from a variety of medical records, as applicable, for all procedures generated for IR and diagnostic radiology encounters in accordance with national coding guidelines and appropriate reimbursement requirements while maintaining a high accuracy rate in conjunction with meeting productivity standards.
- Keeps educated about current coding updates per managements direction including ICD 10-CM, HCPCS, CPT, coding guidelines, and methodologies, as well as payor requirement changes, as applicable.
- Seeks out missing information needed for accurate code assignments. Refers inconsistent documentation to manager and/or department representative.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s Degree or technical degree or equivalent working knowledge
- Must be a Certified Professional Coder (CPC or RCC) Preferably Certified Interventional Radiology Coder (CIRCC) in an active status.
- Minimum of 3 plus years’ experience in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology profee, required.
- Extensive knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
- Knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures within radiology.
- Must be detail-oriented and resourceful.
- Must have experience with data entry of codes into computer aided coding software.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Frequent speaking in English, listening using a headset, sitting, use of hands / fingers across keyboard or mouse, handling other objects, extended periods working at a computer.
- Have a secluded and secure office area in which to perform job duties during the workday.
- Have reliable, high – speed internet access and a work environment free from distractions.
Hours:
Full-Time (benefit eligible)