Medical Coder and Data Management Associate
Medical Coder and Data Management Associate
Purpose of Job
Medical Coder and Data Management Associates perform cost research at the direction of physicians. Activities may include sourcing information based upon CPT codes, sourcing costs for medications and durable medical equipment, researching medical billing codes, and researching scientific literature.
To be considered, candidates must be ready to work in a fast-paced environment and be adept at multitasking and manage multiple projects at the same time. Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, excellent proofreading skills, a good attitude, a strong work ethic, and a firm commitment to deadlines are prerequisite.
Job Requirements
Understanding medical procedures, and their differences
Assigning appropriate codes to various types of treatments and procedures
Making outbound telephone calls to location-specific vendors
Managing and auditing data
Utilizing data in arithmetic calculations
Managing communication between physicians and other staff and experts
Utilizing proprietary software
Performing quality control and proofreading medical documents
Other duties may be assigned as needed
Minimum Requirements
> 3 years’ experience working in a medical office/medical field or 1-year Coding and Billing experience
Considerable knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations, techniques, surgical procedures, anatomy and physiology, major disease processes and pharmacology
Strong ability utilizing online search engines such as Google, to research various medical procedures, equipment and costs
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word
Strong grammar skills
Must be detail oriented and possess a strong ability to multitask on a continuous basis
Manage up to 12-15 cases per week
Typing 50 WPM (Typing test required)
Strong professional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to calculate basic arithmetic and fractions
Ability to work with monetary values, weight and measurements, volumes and distances
Working knowledge of medical codes, i.e. CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9/10 CM
Preferred Requirements
CBCS Certificate or equivalent
Bachelor’s Degree in Anatomy, Biology or Chemistry
Work Schedule
5 day/40-hour work week, Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm
Available to work overtime as needed
Work Environment
Physician Life Care Planning, LLC is an equal opportunity employer for qualified individuals with disabilities. The Company makes reasonable accommodations where appropriate in order for qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
Confidentiality
A Medical Coder and Data Management Associate must adhere to Federal HIPAA Regulations, and he/she must be willing to sign a Confidentiality Agreement.