WHY CHOOSE TO JOIN US?
WE VALUE OUR TEAM!
When you come to work for Cayuga Medical Associates, you join a growing multispecialty physician group practice based in the heart of the Finger Lakes in upstate New York, with more than 22 specialties located in Tompkins, Cortland, and Schuyler Counties. Partnering with Cayuga Medical Center, we strive to provide the best patient care in our region. Our commitment to service excellence sets us apart. Our Cornerstones: Patient-Centered Excellence, Teamwork, Safety, Respect, and Professionalism, guide us as we provide care for our community.
As a part of those Cornerstones, it's very important to us that we create a work environment where people feel welcomed, comfortable, valued for what they bring to the organization, and recognized for their contributions. It goes beyond salary and benefits. We work hard to develop an environment and culture that attracts top-quality talent. That is what sets Cayuga Medical Associates apart.

• We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits package including sign-on bonuses for eligible positions, as well as liberal paid time-off
• Our full-time and our benefited part-time employees receive the same benefits package (paid time-off benefits are prorated for part-timers)
• Health insurance coverage becomes effective within four weeks of your start date.
• PTO is available to use immediately!
• Tuition reimbursement is available for career-related education.

What's the role?

• Activities related to abstraction and charge submission of professional services.
• Conducts special reviews of medical records as needed by the Coding Department.
• Reviews documentation to ensure accurate coding of procedures and diagnoses in accordance with ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM and CPT manuals.
• Initiates measures to bring documentation into compliance under the Coding Manager's direction.
• Establishes and implements procedures to facilitate appropriate charge submission for inpatient/outpatient services, maintaining a 95% accuracy score in charges submitted as monitored by the Coding Manager.
• Establishes and maintains a system to track and analyze everyday workflow.
• Assures all charges have been entered by performing monthly reviews to compare scheduled visits/procedures with charges entered.
• Performs ongoing medical record review, using documentation guidelines, to evaluate overall quality and completeness of documentation.
• Serves as a resource to all staff to keep them informed of legislative and procedure changes affecting reimbursement.
• Prepares weekly status report for Coding Manager relative to activity, revenue, compliance, lost revenue, etc.
• Attends all Coding Department Meetings, educational sessions, assists other coding staff with issues/reimbursement guidelines as needed.
• Responsible for all site claim rejections including research, education, corrections necessary to accurately finalize the claim.
• Keep current with education requirements associated with credential.
• Successfully complete ICD-10-CM proficiency assessment.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Current certification as a CPC-A, CPC or at least five years of experience in the medical billing and coding field, with the requirement of obtaining CPC credential within 12 months of employment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to process large quantities of data into succinct reports for presentation
• Ability to work independently to meet quotas, goals and deadlines
• Knowledge of third-party physician reimbursement procedures
• Knowledge of Coding Conventions and Guidelines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work well with others, as well as ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to physicians, supervisors and office staff
• Ability to work focus in an environment that may cause distraction
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Effective time management skills
• Willingness to be challenged and learn new things

*Please note, not all of the listed skills are necessary to be qualified or considered for this role.
What does CMA offer?
CMA offers an agile, inclusive, and supportive culture where every employee is respected. CMA is based in beautiful Ithaca, NY where nature abounds and a strong sense of community thrives. Ithaca is home to two esteemed institutes of higher education, Ithaca College and the world-renowned Cornell University. Ithaca offers four dynamic seasons for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as easy access to urban opportunities within a half-day drive (i.e., Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, Albany, New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia).

• Benefits begin within 1 month of hire
• Generous PTO package available
• Competitive salaries
• Professional development stipends and malpractice insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional life and disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Tuition assistance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Cell phone discount
• Major holidays off