Entry Level Inpatient Coding Remote Jobs in Elgin, IL

 Denial Management Coders

We are a growing coding team seeking claims denial coders for fully remote positions for both outpatient hospital and physician claims denials. The coders will review coding denials and correct/validate CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers and NDC codes and units for outpatient facility and professional services.  Our coders will review medical records, research payer policy, and NCDs/LCDs to make coding corrections and resubmit corrected claims in an accurate and timely manner for multiple specialties. We work closely with other team members and management to translate clinical documentation consistently and accurately into ICD-10 and CPT codes with proper sequencing and modifiers. Through these efforts, the individual within this role will identify and report error patterns and resolve errors or issues associated with coding and billing processes. 

Job Requirements

At least one active certification is required. Additional certifications a plus. Accepted certifications include:

• COC (Certified Outpatient Coder) certifications through AAPC
• CPC (Certified Physician Coder) certifications through AAPC
• CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) certification through AHIMA
• Minimum 2 years of coding experience in facility or physician group setting required
• Minimum 2 years current experience in EPIC required
• Experience correcting denied claims in EPIC is a must
• Experience in Codify coding software is a plus
• Reliable Internet provider required
• Strong knowledge of coding guidelines in multiple specialties is a plus
• Strong written, verbal communications and computer skills required
• Strong work ethic
• Strong ability to think critically and apply coding and payer guidelines when correcting claims

Job Responsibilities

• Review claim denials for coding errors and review and correctly interpret payer, coding guidelines and documentation to make corrections
• Utilize codify to locate diagnosis conflicts and NCCI edits
• Ensures accurate, timely, and appropriate assignment of ICD-10, CPT/HCPCS, and modifiers for the purposes of billing, internal and external reporting, research, and compliance with regulatory and payer guidelines
• ·Provides coding trends feedback to management
• Must maintain specified productions standards and notate accounts listing source of information and changes made to the accounts
• Strong computer skills are a must! This is a remote position, ability to utilize technology (computer, remote log in, MS Office, coding software) to perform responsibilities
• Escalate coding and documentation issues to revenue cycle leadership
• Knowledge in accessing and understanding local and national coverage determinations (LCDs/NCDs)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology
• Strong time management skills to balance coding responsibilities
• Special projects as assigned

Professional references requested. A coding test will be provided and must be passed for consideration.

We are a 60-year-old family-owned accounts receivable firm, located in Oak Brook, IL, that assists Hospitals and Physicians with their accounts receivables. If you would like to further your career and join our successful team!