Certified Medical Coder/Billing Specialist

East Hill Medical Center is seeking a full-time certified medical coder/billing specialist for our growing organization. This is a great opportunity for an experienced certified medical coder professional who enjoys working in a supportive environment and making a positive impact on patients and the organization.

Full-time preferred; part-time candidates will also be considered.

Position Highlights

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• No weekends
• No mandated overtime hours
• Supportive and professional work environment
• 9 paid holidays 2 floating holidays
• Opportunities to work with a collaborative team

Coding

• Ensures that ICD (International Classification of Diseases) and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes are assigned to diagnoses and procedures correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations.
• Follows up with providers on any documentation that is insufficient or unclear.
• Communicates with other clinical staff regarding documentation.
• Receiving and reviewing patients’ charts and documents for verification and accuracy.
• Advises and trains physicians and staff on medical coding.
• Performs chart audits, reports results, and recommends best practices.

Billing

• Entry and review of daily charges, modifiers and services.
• Research, review and communicate with insurance carriers regarding open accounts receivables and denials.
• Review HCFAs, C4s electronic edits for submission to insurance companies.
• Review patient insurance eligibility.
• Maintain and balance invoices to supporting documentation to ensure accurate and timely billing processes on a monthly basis.
• Answer billing and coding questions from program directors, and third party payers as required.
• Prepares coding and billing reports to provide regular updates on billing issues and the financial information needed to support management’s organizational decision making.

Customer Service/Collections

• Receive and initiate patient calls to resolve billing or payment concerns.
• Review, research and initiate collection procedures.
• Provide courteous, professional assistance to patients regarding billing, insurance, account balances, and payment questions.
• Follow established procedures for collecting outstanding patient balances.
• Treats all patients, peers, providers and staff in a positive, professional manner.

Join our team to play a vital role in delivering precise billing operations that support quality patient care while advancing your career within a collaborative healthcare environment!

Pay: $22.50 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Medical coding: 1 year (Preferred)
• Medical billing: 1 year (Preferred)
• MEDENT: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Medical Coding Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $28