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Remote 3M Medical Coding Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Agentic Software Engineer II (Remote)

Scottsdale, AZ · Remote

$97K - $133K/yr

Expect 3 to 5 years of full-stack experience and at least a year using coding agents professionally ... medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401k with company match. Beyond the package, you get ...

Agentic Software Engineer III (Remote)

Scottsdale, AZ · Remote

$57.50 - $77.25/hr

Expect 5 to 8 years of full-stack experience and at least two years using coding agents ... medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401k with company match. Beyond the package, you get ...

Hospital Billing Operator

Gilbert, AZ · Remote

$18.25 - $23.50/hr

This is a primarily remote role supporting an enterprise Epic implementation, with minimal travel ... Work with coding, registration, authorization, clinical, and accounts receivable teams to resolve ...

Hospital Billing Operator

Tempe, AZ · Remote

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

This is a primarily remote role supporting an enterprise Epic implementation, with minimal travel ... Work with coding, registration, authorization, clinical, and accounts receivable teams to resolve ...

Electrical Engineer (PE)-Remote

Tempe, AZ · On-site +1

$150K - $180K/yr

Thorough understanding of the NFPA 70 National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E * Strong ability to ... Medical Plan * Vision Plan * Dental Plan * Group Life Insurance * Short Term Disability * Long Term ...

$139K - $168K/yr

Our engineers focus on creating polished products and writing high quality code by designing APIs ... Quora offers a wide range of benefits including medical/dental/vision coverage, equity refreshers ...

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Remote 3M Medical Coding information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote 3M Medical Coder, and why are they important?

To excel as a Remote 3M Medical Coder, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and coding systems such as ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, usually supported by certification like CPC or CCS. Experience with 3M coding software, electronic health records (EHRs), and billing platforms is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and strong communication skills are vital for accurate and efficient remote work. These qualifications ensure precise coding, compliance with regulations, and effective collaboration, which are critical for reimbursement and healthcare operations.

What is remote 3M medical coding?

Remote 3M medical coding is the practice of assigning standardized codes to patient diagnoses and procedures using the 3M coding software, all while working from a remote location such as home. Medical coders use the 3M platform to ensure accurate translation of healthcare information into universally recognized codes for billing, insurance, and statistical purposes. This role typically requires knowledge of medical terminology, coding standards like ICD-10 and CPT, and proficiency with the 3M software. Remote coders communicate with healthcare providers electronically and must follow HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote 3M Medical Coders, and how can they be addressed?

Remote 3M Medical Coders often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent communication with healthcare providers, staying updated with frequent coding guideline changes, and managing productivity without in-person supervision. To address these, coders should utilize collaboration tools to stay connected with their team, set regular check-ins with supervisors, and participate in ongoing training or webinars. Remaining organized and proactive in seeking clarification on complex cases also helps ensure coding accuracy and compliance.

What is the difference between Remote 3M Medical Coding vs Remote Medical Billing?

AspectRemote 3M Medical CodingRemote Medical Billing
CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)Certified Professional Biller (CPB), Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, coding companies, remote optionsHealthcare providers, billing companies, remote options
Industry UsageUsed for assigning medical codes for billing and documentationUsed for submitting claims and managing patient billing

Remote 3M Medical Coding involves assigning accurate medical codes to patient records, often requiring specific coding certifications. Remote Medical Billing focuses on submitting claims and managing payments, with different but related certifications. Both roles can be performed remotely and are essential in healthcare revenue cycle management, but they focus on different steps of the billing process.

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RN Med Policy Development/Research Specialist (UM experience) - REMOTE-AZ

RN Med Policy Development/Research Specialist (UM experience) - REMOTE-AZ

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Phoenix, AZ • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Arizona rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Awarded a Healthiest Employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona aims to fulfill its mission to inspire health and make it easy. AZ Blue offers a variety of health insurance products and services to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and small and large businesses as well as providing information and tools to help individuals make better health decisions.
At AZ Blue, we have a hybrid workforce strategy, called Workability, that offers flexibility with how and where employees work. Our positions are classified as hybrid, onsite or remote. While the majority of our employees are hybrid, the following classifications drive our current minimum onsite requirements:
  • Hybrid People Leaders: must reside in AZ, required to be onsite at least twice per week
  • Hybrid Individual Contributors: must reside in AZ, unless otherwise cited within this posting, required to be onsite at least once per week
  • Hybrid 2 (Operational Roles such as but not limited to: Customer Service, Claims Processors, and Correspondence positions): must reside in AZ, unless otherwise cited within this posting, required to be onsite at least once per month
  • Onsite: daily onsite requirement based on the essential functions of the job
  • Remote: not held to onsite requirements, however, leadership can request presence onsite for business reasons including but not limited to staff meetings, one-on-ones, training, and team building

Please note that onsite requirements may change in the future, based on business need, and job responsibilities. Most employees should expect onsite requirements and at a minimum of once per week.
This remote work opportunity requires residency, and work to be performed, within the State of Arizona.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
  • Perform medical technology research to support the Medical Director Staff and Medical Policy Panel with decisions to ensure that medical policies are consistent with the standards of accepted medical practice in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Work Experience
  • 2 year(s) of experience in clinical field of practice, health insurance, or other health care related field (All Levels)
  • 1 year(s) of experience in medical policy and technology research field (Applies to Level 2)
  • 2 year(s) of experience in medical policy and technology research field (Applies to Level 3)

Required Education
  • Associate's Degree in general field of study or Post High School Nursing Diploma or Certification (LPN only) from an approved program (Applies to All Levels)

Required Licenses
  • Active, current, and unrestricted license to practice in the State of Arizona (a state in the United States) as a health professional, including RN, LPN, LPT, LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW. (Applies to All Levels)

Required Certifications
  • N/A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Work Experience
  • 3 year(s) of experience in clinical field of practice, health insurance, or other health care related field (All Levels)
  • 1 year(s) of experience in claims retrospective review, utilization management, case management, appeals and grievances or quality review field (Applies to All Levels)
Preferred Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field of study (Applies to All Levels)
Preferred Licenses
  • Active, current, and unrestricted State of Arizona (a state in the United States) license to practice as a Registered Nurse (Applies to All Levels)
Preferred Certifications
  • N/A

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Level 1
  • Perform medical technology research related to coverage guidelines and new technology and provide evaluation and summarization to Medical Director Staff and/or Medical Policy Panel
  • Perform medical technology research as requested by other areas of BCBSAZ thru the Medical Policy Referral Form
  • Develop and revise coverage guidelines and criteria as requested by management, Medical Director staff or Medical Policy Panel
  • Communicate medical policy information in protocol format to all areas of BCBSAZ requiring this information
  • Participate as a contributing member on the Medical Policy Panel providing medical policy issues for discussion and, as required, on the Clinical Coding Governance Committee (CCGC).
  • Maintain a thorough knowledge of all BCBSAZ medical coverage guidelines and other policies, such as BCBS Association Medical Policy Reference Manual, MCG care guidelines and/or Change Healthcare InterQual, and eviCore criteria.
  • From the direction of management, Medical Director staff or Medical Policy Panel, facilitate external consultant reviews concerning a coverage guideline or new technology. Responsible for initiating the consultation and providing a summarization concerning the external review to the requestor. Responsible for arrangements for appropriate reimbursement for the consultant's review.
  • Communicate medical policy information in protocol format to healthcare providers upon request
  • With moderate assistance and review by management, perform basic level of code review
  • Meet quality, quantity and timeliness standards to achieve individual and department performance goals as defined within the department guidelines and required by State, Federal and other accrediting organizations
  • Maintain all standards in consideration of State, Federal, BCBSAZ and other accreditation requirements

Level 2
  • Working independently, recognizes necessity of an external consultant review concerning a coverage guideline or new technology, summarizing and reporting this information to management to facilitate the process as outlined for Level II
  • With review by management, independently perform intermediate code review with knowledge and understanding of coverage guideline development/revisions with recommendations to the Clinical Coding Governance Committee (CCGC) for integration into benefit programming
  • Responsible for the training, development and support of grade level I staff under an established training program

Level 3
  • With review by management, independently perform advanced code review with advanced knowledge and understanding of coverage guideline development/revisions with recommendations to the Clinical Coding Governance Committee (CCGC) for integration into benefit programming.
  • Working independently, initiate research from resource materials, e.g., clinical journals, periodicals, CMS (Medicare) guidelines and publications, BCBSA publications, other BCBS plans, and internet resources relating to technical, clinical and coverage guidelines, summarizing and reporting this information to management for further action
  • Responsible for the training, development and support of grade level I and II staff under an established training program

LEVEL 4
  • Assist manager with the implementation of daily operations with regard to guideline development and revisions, staff supervision, as well as necessary coaching to help each staff member reach personal, professional and department goals
  • Assist manager with the coordination of all aspects of the Medical Policy Panel and Medical Director Meeting, including preparation, agenda and minutes.
  • Assist manager with the completion of the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to Director
  • Assist manager with the coordination of all aspects of the annual review(s) of MCG, eviCore and/or Change Healthcare InterQual criteria updates
  • Assist manager with providing oversight to responsible staff for the monthly review of BCBS Association Medical Policy and Reference Manual (MPRM) updates
  • Assist manager with providing the initial training and instruction for both professional and technical staff and designating the oversight of staff regarding training of new staff at the desk level of instruction/training
  • Responsible for the training, development and support of grade level III staff under an established training program
  • Conduct, and/or participate in internal committees that further the goals of BCBSAZ, the Health Services Division and the Medical Policy & Technology Department
  • Working independently, perform advanced code review with advanced knowledge and understanding of coverage guideline development/revisions with recommendations to the Clinical Coding Governance Committee (CCGC) for integration into benefit programming

ALL LEVELS
  • Each progressive level includes the ability to perform the essential functions of any lower levels.
  • The position has an onsite expectation of 0 days per week and requires a full-time work schedule. Full-time is defined as working at least 40 hours per week, plus any additional hours as requested or as needed to meet business requirements
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Required Job Skills
  • Intermediate PC proficiency
  • Intermediate Adobe PDF Standard proficiency
  • Intermediate word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software proficiency (Applies to All Levels)

Required Professional Competencies
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy
  • Advanced clinical knowledge
  • Practice interpersonal and active listening skills to achieve customer satisfaction
  • Compose a variety of business correspondence
  • Follow and accept instruction and direction
  • Establish and maintain working relationships in a collaborative team environment
  • Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work with multiple priorities
  • Independent and sound judgment with good problem solving skills (Applies to All Levels)

Required Leadership Experience and Competencies
  • N/A

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
Preferred Job Skills
  • Advanced PC proficiency
  • Advanced Adobe PDF Standard proficiency
  • Advanced processing, spreadsheet and presentation software proficiency (Applies to All Levels)

Preferred Professional Competencies
  • N/A

Preferred Leadership Experience and Competencies
  • Participate in strategic planning
  • Resolve conflicts
  • Represent BCBSAZ in the community (Applies to All Levels)

Our Commitment
AZ Blue does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected group.
Thank you for your interest in Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. For more information on our company, see azblue.com. If interested in this position, please apply.

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