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Integrated Management Strategies LLC

$20 - $26.75/hr

Accurately assign ICD-10 CM, E/M, ICD-10 PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers and units based on documentation. * Adhere to systems and standards required in multi-specialty medical coding encounters ...

Virginia Heart

Medical Coder

Falls Church, VA

$23 - $29/hr

... Based increases · Career Advancement Opportunities · Employee Referral Bonuses · Employee ... Responsible for coding charges when needed and updating charges to ensure correct coding and ...

Cooper Thomas

Outpatient Coders

Washington, DC · On-site +1

Applicants must have at least 2 years of medical coding experience. Flexible schedule within the ... This work will be performed remotely in your home office. If you are working for another VA ...

Cooper Thomas

Outpatient Coders

Washington, DC · Remote

Applicants must have at least 2 years of medical coding experience. Flexible schedule within the ... This work will be performed remotely in your home office. If you are working for another VA ...

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What is the difference between Home Based Medical Coding Apprentice vs Medical Coding Specialist?

AspectHome Based Medical Coding ApprenticeMedical Coding Specialist
CertificationsBasic coding certifications (e.g., CPC, CCS) often requiredAdvanced certifications preferred or required
Work EnvironmentRemote, supervised training settingRemote or on-site, more independent work
Job RoleLearning and assisting with coding tasksPerforming complete coding assignments independently
Experience LevelEntry-level, in trainingMid-level, experienced

The Home Based Medical Coding Apprentice is an entry-level role focused on training and gaining experience in medical coding, often working under supervision. In contrast, a Medical Coding Specialist is an experienced professional responsible for independently coding medical records. While both roles may work remotely and require similar certifications, the apprentice is in a learning phase, whereas the specialist performs fully independent coding tasks.

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Medical Coding Specialist - Outpatient

Medical Coding Specialist - Outpatient

iMedX, Inc.

Edgewater, MD • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

iMedX is actively recruiting for a Medical Coding Specialist with broad experience in Professional Fee Evaluation & Management coding in all places of service. Facility Fee E/M coding is a plus as well.
In addition to E/M coding, iMedX is actively recruiting for outpatient facility based coding experience in Emergency Room services such as Injections and Infusions, and procedures such as wound repairs and fracture reductions, Injections and Infusions including chemotherapy in an infusion center, and recurring charges in a PT/OT/ST department. Must have broad-based experience in multiple specialties with the ability to learn and excel in the application of coding guidelines for additional disciplines as client needs dictate. Must also demonstrate expertise in appropriate assignment of ICD-10-CM diagnoses.
Purpose
The Medical Coding Specialist abstracts clinical information from health records and assigns accurate and complete codes in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines and iMedX standards as appropriate.
Organizational Structure: The Coding Specialist reports to the Coding Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Abstracts relevant clinical information from the health records.
  2. Identifies the first-listed and secondary diagnoses based on the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (OGCR). and assigns ICD-10-CM codes appropriately
  3. Assigns CPT codes to the procedures.
  4. Meets or exceeds the iMedX coding quality standards.
  5. Understands and adheres to all requirements related to coding compliance.
  6. Performs coding in an efficient and productive manner utilizing good time management and professional work habits. Meets productivity standards for position.
  7. Refers coding questions to the Coding Manager in a timely manner for feedback and coding guideline development.
  8. Continually enhances coding skills. Participates in team meetings and educational conferences to ensure coding practice remains current.
  9. Maintains confidentiality and safeguards the privacy of protected health information (PHI).
  10. Promotes the Company's values.
  11. Performs other job related duties as may be assigned or required.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a formal coding program. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or other AHIMA or AAPC approved coding credential preferred. Candidates with apprenticeship designations in their credentials, regardless of years of experience, will not be considered.
Experience: Minimum of three years' coding work experience encompassing a working knowledge of the ICD and CPT coding systems; medical terminology; anatomy and physiology; and health record content. Exhibits a sense of urgency towards work, possesses intermediate level computer skills, attention to detail, excellent customer service and written and verbal communication skills.
Physical Work Environment: The work environment is a home-based position that involves long periods of sitting with repetitive motions of hand and arm and may include frequent bending and twisting.

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