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Medical Coding Internship Remote Jobs in Tennessee

Altegra Health

Remote Certified Coders

Memphis, TN · Remote

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

Remote Certified Coders review medical records and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM diagnostic codes and ... Remain current on medical coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements. Check chart ...

Altegra Health

Remote Certified Coders

Memphis, TN · On-site +1

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

Remote Certified Coders review medical records and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM diagnostic codes and ... medical coding purposes. • Remain current on medical coding guidelines and reimbursement ...

Pacesetter Health

Medical Billing Specialist

Brentwood, TN · On-site +1

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Scrub claims to ensure that all diagnosis codes (ICD-10-CM) and procedure codes (CPT/HCPCS) meet ... Eligible to Work Remote * Quarterly Bonus Program * Health Insurance * Dental amp; Vision Insurance

Vertek Staffing

Profee Coder Multi Specialty

Franklin, TN · Remote

$18 - $24/hr

... Remote | Required Qualifications: * Minimum 2 years of Professional Fee (ProFee) coding experience ... medical record systems, ensuring compliance with Official Coding Guidelines, CPT coding standards ...

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What is a Medical Coding Internship Remote job?

A Medical Coding Internship Remote job is a training opportunity where aspiring medical coders gain hands-on experience in medical coding while working from home. Interns learn to assign standardized codes to medical procedures, diagnoses, and services using industry coding systems such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS. They may work under the supervision of experienced coders or mentors, helping ensure accurate medical documentation and billing. This internship helps build practical skills and industry knowledge, often serving as a stepping stone to a full-time medical coding career.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote medical coding intern?

As a remote medical coding intern, your daily tasks usually involve reviewing patient medical records, assigning appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures, and ensuring data accuracy to support insurance claims and healthcare analytics. You'll often work closely with experienced coders or supervisors who provide feedback and guidance as you refine your coding skills. Additionally, you may participate in virtual team meetings and training sessions to stay up to date on coding standards and compliance. This role is an excellent way to gain practical experience and insight into the healthcare revenue cycle, preparing you for future certification and advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Medical Coding Internship Remote position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Medical Coding Internship Remote, you need foundational knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and the basics of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, often gained through healthcare or coding coursework. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software, as well as progress toward or possession of certifications like CPC or CCA, is highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail, time management, and effective written communication are valuable soft skills for remote success. These capabilities ensure accurate coding, regulatory compliance, and efficient workflow in a remote healthcare setting.

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Remote Certified Coders

Altegra Health

Memphis, TN • Remote

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

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Company Description

Altegra Health is a total solutions partner for healthcare data auditing and analytics. Altegra provides end-to-end solutions to help improve payment integrity data, to support accreditation programs, and to meet regulatory requirements. Altegra's nationwide network of registered nurses and certified coders professionally acquire, audit, and analyze healthcare data for healthcare organizations. Altegra Health specializes in:

1. CMS HCC Risk Adjustment

2. HEDIS

3. Medical Record Reviews (Accreditation)

4. And more


Job Description

These are a remote/home based temporary positions forecast to run through the end of 2015 and Coders will be paid by the chart. Remote Certified Coders review medical records and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM diagnostic codes and Altegra Health Flagged Event. Codes must meet Altegra Health QA standards (following both Official Coding Guidelines and Risk Adjustment Guidelines).


Responsibilities:  

Abstract pertinent information from patient medical records. Assign appropriate ICD-9-CM codes, creating HCC and/or RxHCC group assignments as applicable.

Assign Altegra Health Flagged Event codes when documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or otherwise unclear for medical coding purposes.

Remain current on medical coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.

Check chart assignments every day and report accurately all hours worked on a weekly basis.

Report work-related concerns to assigned Coder Advocate and if not adequately addressed to Sr. Manager of Clinical Operations. 

Comply with the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adhere to official coding guidelines.

Comply with HIPAA laws and regulations.

Participate in testing and training as required by the Company.

Qualifications:  

Active nursing license (RN or LPN) and/or certified coder certification through AHIMA or AAPC required

At least one years' experience as a medical coder/abstractor.

Extensive knowledge of ICD-9-CM outpatient diagnosis coding guidelines (with knowledge and demonstrated understanding of CMS HCC Risk Adjustment coding and data validation requirements is preferred);

Ability to code using an ICD-9-CM code book (without using an encoder);

Strong clinical skills related to chronic illness diagnosis, treatment and management;

Reliability and a commitment to meeting tight deadlines (24-hour turnaround time on all assigned charts);

Personal discipline to work remotely without direct supervision;

Exemplary attention to detail and completeness-all medical coders must maintain minimum QA passing requirements based on HCC scoring model(HCCx < or equal to 5 and HCCm < or equal to 5);

Computer proficiency (including MS Windows, MS Office, and the Internet);

Must have high-speed Internet access, a home computer with a current Windows operating system, MS Internet Explorer (version 6.0.2 or better), and Adobe 6.0 or better;

Strong organization skills; interpersonal and customer service skills; written and oral communication skills; and analytical skills;

Knowledge of HIPAA, recognizing a commitment to privacy, security and confidentiality of all medical chart documentation.


Qualifications

1 year of certified coding experience

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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