MedHQ

Medical Coder

Trajectory RCS joined the MedHQ family in 2024 after enjoying 10 years as a well-established revenue cycle company with an annual growth rate of 40% to 50% and 150 employees. Together they now serve small hospitals, physician groups, ambulatory surgery, and outpatient centers nationwide by optimizing healthcare cash flow through integration of both business office processes and clinical documentation. MedHQ, LLC, is a fast growing, leading provider of consulting and technology enabled expert services for outpatient healthcare. With a 97% long-term, client retention rate spanning over 20 years, MedHQ serves Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), Surgical Hospitals, Physician Practices, and Hospital and Healthcare Outpatient Facilities nationwide. The MedHQ RITE Values: Respect, Innovation, Trust, and Energy, permeate all service line offerings with a unique personalized approach balancing exceptional transactional and emotional intelligence, and above all excellent customer service. MedHQ, LLC, is a 2022 Becker's Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare company. The MedHQ LLC service line offerings have grown organically over the years, beginning by providing high quality traditional human resource, accounting, and staff credentialing as a Professional Employer Organization, (PEO.) In 2022, MedHQ formed a relationship with 424 Capital, and quickly expanded into a well-rounded, menu services driven financial management company. This robust infusion of expert service line offerings has resulted in MedHQ and MedHQ clients' efficiencies and growth. The MedHQ, LLC, menu of client services include Advisory, Client Human Resources, Client Accounting, Staff Credentialling, Clinical Staffing, and Revenue Cycle Services.

Position Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Medical Coder specializing in professional services, particularly Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, Evaluation and Management (E&M) and tangential services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of coding guidelines, regulations, and reimbursement methodologies relevant to professional services in healthcare. Wound care knowledge would be beneficial to this position.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes for professional surgical services, focusing on Evaluation and Management encounters and associated tangential services.
• Review medical documentation to ensure coding compliance with regulatory and organizational guidelines.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and coding auditors to resolve coding discrepancies or documentation issues.
• Maintain proficiency in current coding practices, regulations, and industry updates to ensure accurate and up-to-date coding.
• Support internal teams by providing coding insights, education, and training on best practices related to professional services coding.
• Identify and communicate potential compliance risks or areas for improvement in coding processes.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential or equivalent certification required (e.g., CCS-P, COC).
• Proven experience in professional services coding, particularly in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery and Evaluation and Management coding.
• Strong knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 coding guidelines, and regulatory requirements related to professional services.
• Proficiency in using coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in reviewing medical documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to interact with healthcare providers, auditors, and internal teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment focused on growth and success

This is a remote position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.