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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 ... as a medical coder/abstractor. Extensive knowledge of ICD-9-CM outpatient diagnosis coding ...

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 coder/abstractor. • Extensive knowledge of ICD-9-CM outpatient diagnosis coding ...

Vertek Staffing

Profee Coder Multi Specialty

Franklin, TN · Remote

$18 - $24/hr

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

Vertek Staffing

HCC Risk Adjustment Coder

Franklin, TN · Remote

$18 - $24/hr

HCC / Risk Adjustment Coder - Remote Risk Adjustment / HCC Coding Experience Required Required ... Review medical records to identify and code HCC-eligible diagnoses. * Assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis ...

QHC ARM Shared Services

Senior Outpatient Coder

Brentwood, TN · Remote

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Senior Outpatient Coder Position Details: Full-Time Remote Reports to Coding Operations Manager You ... Extensive knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Pathophysiology. Work ...

Quorum Health

Senior Outpatient Coder

Brentwood, TN · Remote

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Outpatient Coder Position Details: Full-Time Remote Reports to Coding Operations Manager You ... Extensive knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Pathophysiology. Work ...

QHC ARM Shared Services

Senior Outpatient Coder

Brentwood, TN · Remote

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Senior Outpatient Coder Position Details: Full-Time Remote Reports to Coding Operations Manager You ... Extensive knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Pathophysiology. Work ...

Quorum Health

Senior Outpatient Coder

Brentwood, TN · Remote

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Outpatient Coder Position Details: Full-Time Remote Reports to Coding Operations Manager You ... Extensive knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Pathophysiology. Work ...

NHC HomeCare - Murfreesboro

Coder

Murfreesboro, TN · Remote

Responsible for participating in the pre-lock abstraction of relevant medical information for the assignment and sequencing of diagnosis codes by remote review of home health agency records and ...

Vertek Staffing

Outpatient Coder

Franklin, TN · Remote

Remote Required Qualifications: * Minimum 2 years of outpatient facility coding experience in an ... Experience with Epic and hospital-based electronic medical record systems preferred. WHAT OTHER ...

UHS

CODER (CERT)

Brentwood, TN · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a fully remote position. Responsibilites: * Abstracts and enters ICD10CM and ICD10PCS ... Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan. * 401k plan with company match

UHS

CODER (CERT)

Brentwood, TN · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a fully remote position. Responsibilites: * Abstracts and enters ICD10CM and ICD10PCS ... Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan. * 401k plan with company match

Veterans Health Administration

Staff Psychologist (BHIP)

Memphis, TN · On-site +1

$123K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides consultation to professional staff within VA Medical Center at Memphis and to community ... codes). Attends and participates in administrative and informational meetings held by the Service ...

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What is a remote VA medical coder?

Remote VA Medical Coders are professionals who work from home or offsite locations to review and assign standardized codes to medical diagnoses, procedures, and services provided to veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system. They ensure that medical records are accurately coded for billing, reimbursement, and statistical purposes, following federal regulations and VA guidelines. These coders play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of patient data and supporting the financial operations of the VA. Remote positions allow for flexible work environments while still upholding strict confidentiality and compliance standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a remote VA medical coder?

To thrive as a Remote VA Medical Coder, you need a comprehensive understanding of medical coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), healthcare regulations, and typically a coding certification such as CPC or CCS. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and secure telework technology is essential. Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and effective written communication distinguish top performers in this remote role. These skills and qualifications are critical for ensuring accurate coding, regulatory compliance, and the secure handling of sensitive patient information in a virtual environment.

What are some typical challenges faced by remote VA medical coders, and how can I prepare for them?

Remote VA Medical Coders often encounter challenges such as staying up-to-date with frequent changes in coding guidelines, maintaining productivity without in-person supervision, and ensuring the security of sensitive patient data. To prepare, it's important to stay engaged with ongoing training, establish a dedicated and distraction-free workspace, and become familiar with the VA’s compliance and privacy protocols. Proactive communication with your team and utilizing available resources can also help you overcome the isolation and maintain accuracy in your coding assignments.

What is the difference between Remote Va Medical Coder vs Remote Medical Biller?

AspectRemote Va Medical CoderRemote Medical Biller
CertificationsCPMA, CPC, CCS-PCertified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS), CPC
Work EnvironmentRemote, VA healthcare facilitiesRemote, healthcare offices or billing companies
Industry UsageVeterans Affairs healthcare systemPrivate practices, hospitals, clinics

Remote Va Medical Coders focus on translating medical records into codes for VA healthcare, while Remote Medical Billers handle billing and reimbursement processes. Both roles require similar certifications and often work remotely, but they serve different functions within healthcare revenue cycle management.

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Remote Certified Coders

Altegra Health

Memphis, TN • Remote

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

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Job description

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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