Location: Poughkeepsie,NY, USA
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Medical Charge Entry Specialist / Coder
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Billing Department/Poughkeepsie
STATUS: Full-time, Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Billing Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Medical Charge Entry /Coder Specialist is responsible for posting daily charges for various specialties along with review of various specialties coding accuracy.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Ensures physician's charges are received in a timely manner.
+ Enters visit charges into EMR per doctor's coding electronic billing.
+ Reviews schedule to ensure all charges are entered in EMR
+ Confirm via monthly reports that all charges are captured.
+ Communicate with management for status of charges.
+ Review Medical Documentation for visits and procedures for confirmation of proper coding
+ Assist in investigating coding for new procedures and services
+ Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
+ Minimum of a High School diploma; Associates Degree preferred.
+ CPC required
+ Minimum 1-2 years of experience in healthcare billing preferred
+ Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations
+ Familiarity with EMR system.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
+ Strong organizational skills.
+ Detailed oriented
+ Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction on given assignments.
+ Able to work collaboratively with administration and staff.
Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer