Surgical Coding Specialist, Remote
Mass General Brigham · Somerville-MA
What the posting says
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- PayStated
- $22.22–$31.71 an hourAbout $46,218–$65,957 a year at 40 hours a week (derived, not posted)
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- Remote OK
- ShiftStated
- day
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 2-5 years
- EducationStated
- ['high school', 'associate degree', 'professional certificate']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- High school diploma or equivalentrequired
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
from the posting - Medical coding experiencerequired
Medical Coding Experience 3-5 years required
from the posting - In-depth knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCSrequired
In-depth knowledge of medical coding systems, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS
from the posting - Knowledge of coding guidelines and regulationsrequired
Familiar with coding guidelines and regulations, including those set by the AMA, CMS
from the posting - Strong analytical skills and attention to detailrequired
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to accurately interpret medical documentation
from the posting - Understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminologyrequired
Excellent understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and disease processes
from the posting - Excellent communication skillsrequired
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
from the posting - Ability to work independently and prioritize tasksrequired
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
from the posting - Associate's degree in medical billing and codingpreferred
Associate's Degree Medical Billing and Coding preferred
from the posting - Certified Professional Coderpreferred
Certified Professional Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred
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Read the full posting as the employer wrote it
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary:-Responsible for ensuring proper coding compliance, documentation accuracy, and adherence to coding guidelines and regulations.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Essential Functions:
-Assign appropriate diagnosis codes (ICD-10) and procedure codes (CPT/HCPCS) to patient encounters based on medical documentation, physician notes, and other relevant information.
-Ensure compliance with coding guidelines, including those outlined by the American Medical Association (AMA), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and other regulatory bodies.
-Analyze medical records, including physician notes, laboratory results, radiology reports, and operative reports, to extract pertinent information for coding purposes.
-Maintain a high level of accuracy and quality in coding assignments to ensure proper reimbursement and minimize claim denials.
-Utilize coding software, encoders, and electronic health record systems to facilitate the coding process.
-Support coding compliance efforts by participating in coding audits, internal or external coding reviews, and documentation improvement initiatives.
-Maintain accurate records of coding activities, including tracking productivity, coding accuracy rates, and any coding-related issues or challenges.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Medical Billing and Coding preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Professional Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred
Experience
Medical Coding Experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of medical coding systems, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, and their application in hospital billing.
- Familiar with coding guidelines and regulations, including those set by the AMA, CMS, and other relevant organizations.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to accurately interpret medical documentation and assign appropriate codes.
- Excellent understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and disease processes to support accurate coding.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with healthcare providers and billing staff.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$22.22 - $31.71/Hourly
Grade
4
EEO Statement:
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