Hagerstown, MD, US,
21742
Full Time
7 November 2024Job details
Description
Professional Billing Charge Verifier Coder
100% remote, Full-time days
**Residents of NY, CA or CT are excluded
This position is foremost responsible for:
Verification of charges (E&M, CPT) and diagnosis selected and entered by Meritus Medical Group practitioners. Coding ICD-10-CM diagnosis, E&Mand CPT, on designated account types as appropriate. This includes Provider office visits, Residency Program, Urgent Care, Hospital Observation, Inpatient and surgical encounters for the MMG Practitioners. This position is also responsible to be the coding resource and liaison to their assigned physician practices within Meritus Medical Group. As needed, will provide Provider/Practitioner education. This position is responsible for thorough review of provider documentation, to accurately assign/approve diagnosis and CPT codes/charges. All personnel performing these duties are responsible for complying with the Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting as well as complying with guidance issued in CPT Assistant. This position requires certification as a medical coder.
Education – Certificate of completion, Medical Coding and Billing Program required.
Experience – Minimum 2 years of experience as a charge poster in an outpatient setting.
Licensure/Certification – Certified Professional Coder through the AAPC or coding certification through an accredited organization (i.e., Practice Management Institute) required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities – Good communication skills, ability to manage confidential patient information.
The salary range for this position is: $20 to $32/hour (*based on experience required for position)
Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401k with generous match
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Special vendor discounts
Strength Through Diversity
Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Meritus Health, and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission.
Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.