Medical Coder

Job Highlights:

Contract type: Independent Contractor

Night Shift Schedule:

Monday to Thursday - 8:45am to 5pm New York Time (8:45pm - 5:00am Manila Time)

Friday - 8:45am to 3:45pm New York Time (8:45pm - 3:45am Manila Time)

Job Description

You will be assisting the team member in completing code setups and review to ensure that all codes were set up appropriately in accordance with payor guidelines.

Job Responsibilities:

• Read and discern extensive payor guidelines by state to incorporate in code setup
• Setup relevant billing codes in several types of systems according to payor guidelines
• Setup Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs) per code, carrier and procedure code
• Review billing codes to ensure there are no errors
• Review billing codes to ensure adherence to payor guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 2-year college degree
• 2-year experience in US-based medical billing practice or 2-year experience in a medical practice dealing with billing including but not limited to, provider credentialing, auth, reimbursement, etc. preferably in Behavioral Health to some degree
• Must have backup power supply (extra laptop/power bank/generator/UPS)

Job Qualifications:

• Detail orientated with above-average organizational skill
• Able to plan and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Excellent reading comprehension
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word
• Thorough understanding of navigating the internet

Core Values:

We hire, fire and promote based on these core values + job-specific performance.

1. Respectful of our unique cultural environment

2. Absolute confidentiality

3. Embracing teamwork

4. Loyal behavior and positive attitude

5. Accountability

6. Pro activeness

7. Thoroughness

8. Focused on results

9. Inspired to learn and grow constantly

10. Devoted to providing top-tier services to our clients through the companys "Unique Service Oriented Philosophies"

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Steady freelance job
• Profit sharing incentive
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Annual Performance and Raise Evaluation
• Quarterly Perfect Attendance Incentive
• HMO
• BruntWork Loan Assistance

Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.