Medical Coder

3 weeks ago

Dumfries, United States Alliance Pointe, LLC Full time
Job Title

Medical Coder

Location

Dumfries, VA 22025 US (Primary)
VA US

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

This position provides coding duties in support of patient care and treatment.

Essential Functions:
  1. Interpretation of patient's medical records and charts and assign appropriate diagnostic as well as procedural codes.
  2. Reflect appropriate codes in AHLTA system
  3. Identify and assign the information with the use of accurate CPT codes and ICD-9-CM codes.
  4. Ensure codes assigned meet all medical, legal, and federal regulations.
  5. Review of each encounter to ensure accuracy by verification of data and signatures.
  6. Assist with other duties as needed and assigned.


Job Requirements

The job qualifications for this position are as follows:
  1. A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  2. One year related experience.
  3. Successful completion of a Medical Coding Course
  4. Familiar with Microsoft Office applications Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Mail.
  5. Shall be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate with patients and other staff members.
  6. Have knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry, and automated records.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

The physical and environmental demands of this position are as follows:
  • Regular attendance required
  • Occasional standing and bending
  • Lifting and carrying medical equipment/files
  • Moderate stress
  • Position may require long hours during critical deadlines
  • Prolonged work on a PC/Computer

Education

High School

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