What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Medical Coding Specialist Dermatology & Wound Care position at Wayfinder RCM?
Job Description
Salary: $25-$29
Are you passionate about investing in yourself and others? Do you believe that a team can change the world? Are you looking for a place where your purpose and passion align to create meaningful results? If so, you might belong with us.
We're growing and on a mission to find aMedical Coder & Charge Review Specialistto help us invest in some really important people: patients and medical providers. In this role, you will leverage your expertise inDermatology and Wound Care codingto ensure claims are accurate, compliant, and optimized for reimbursement. You'll be the kind of person wholoves untangling complex coding scenarios, stays curious about payer regulations, and finds satisfaction in getting claims coded right the first time.
If youre interested, check out the details below and fill out our short application. Tell us a little about you, and we can set up a time to talk more!
WHAT YOULL DO:
remote work
Salary: $25-$29
Are you passionate about investing in yourself and others? Do you believe that a team can change the world? Are you looking for a place where your purpose and passion align to create meaningful results? If so, you might belong with us.
We're growing and on a mission to find aMedical Coder & Charge Review Specialistto help us invest in some really important people: patients and medical providers. In this role, you will leverage your expertise inDermatology and Wound Care codingto ensure claims are accurate, compliant, and optimized for reimbursement. You'll be the kind of person wholoves untangling complex coding scenarios, stays curious about payer regulations, and finds satisfaction in getting claims coded right the first time.
If youre interested, check out the details below and fill out our short application. Tell us a little about you, and we can set up a time to talk more!
WHAT YOULL DO:
- Code and reviewdermatology, plastic surgery, and wound care claims with precision, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and maximum reimbursement.
- Stay ahead of regulatory changesby researching Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) and other payer policies to guide coding strategies.
- Analyze documentationto assign appropriate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes, ensuring claims reflect services rendered.
- Collaborate with providers and internal teamsto clarify documentation, answer coding-related questions, and optimize workflows.
- Identify trends and potential risksin coding and billing practices, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Assist with audits and appealsby reviewing denials, providing coding justifications, and submitting supporting documentation.
- Detail-obsessed.You have an eagle eye for catching discrepancies and a mind wired for accuracy.
- A critical thinker.You dont just follow a checklistyou evaluate, analyze, and solve complex coding challenges.
- Curious and proactive.You arent afraid to push buttons, ask questions, or challenge the status quo to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Self-directed.You take ownership of your work, manage your time well, and seek out solutions without needing constant direction.
- A team player.You collaborate well, communicate clearly, and believe thatwe get better when we learn from each other.
- Resilient and adaptable.Payer policies change, denials happen, and sometimes the rules feel like they shift overnight. You roll with it, find solutions, and keep moving forward.
- Proficiency in coding Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, and Wound Care services.
- Strong working knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding guidelines.
- Familiarity with Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) and National Coverage Determinations (NCDs).
- Excellent research skillsto navigate payer policies and coding regulations.
- Ability to effectively communicate coding rationalesto providers, billers, and insurance companies.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skillsto assess denials and develop appeal strategies.
- Comfort with technologywe live in a digital world and need people who can navigate electronic medical records and billing platforms with ease.
- 2 years of medical coding experiencein Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, or Wound Care.
- Current coding certificationrequired (CPC, CCS, or equivalent). Preference given toCPCD (Certified Professional Coder in Dermatology).
- Experience working withoutpatient claimsandE/M coding.
- Prior experience handlingcoding audits, payer policies, and compliance regulationsis a plus.
- Excellent healthcare insurance coverage (90% of premium paid for you!)
- 401K with employer matching
- Generous Holiday/PTO/Sick Time benefits
- Flexible schedule and work environment
- Really cool t-shirts
- Hashtag everything#billinlikeavillain #wearewayfinder
- Collaborate and innovate to keep plants alive
- Build relationships throughepic potlucks, seasonal craft projects, andmostlyinteresting meetings
- Volunteer as a team because it sparks joy
- Have hard conversations because bravery is cool
- Evaluate whether youre ready to help transform the medical billing industryby investing in people and leveling up your coding game.
- Check out our websiteto learn more about our company:https://www.wayfinderrcm.com/joinourteam
- Follow us on your favorite social media platformto see our mission and culture in action.
- Use the linkto upload your resume and complete our short application.
remote work
Salary : $25 - $29
