Medical Coder - San Antonio, TX
About the position Responsibilities • Processes attestation sheets and progress notes out of the RightFax work queue according to DataRAP® department guidelines. • Analyzes progress notes and documentation sent by providers for validation following CMS guidelines and ICD-9/ICD-10 Coding Manual guidelines and enters final results into appropriate tab of the DataRAP® database. • Performs the minimum number of validations consistent with established departmental goals. • Provides clear communication, with use of DataRAP® application, through query to PCP on documentation not meeting standard as identified by 'no plan'. • Provides clear communication, with use of DataRAP® application, through query to PCP on documentation not meeting standard of basic administrative components to a progress note. • Ensures accuracy of entry by comparing to outcome of diagnoses on eAttestation post validation entry. • Associates attestation sheets received into the DataRAP® database to provide tracking for all markets. • Identifies and reports quality concerns and errors to DataRAP® Clinical Process Quality Analyst for review and education. • Responsible for providing coding support to the DataRAP® Clinical Coding Nurses and to the providers participating in the DataRAP® process. • Performs all other related duties as assigned. Requirements • High School diploma or GED equivalent. • CPC certification or proof that certification has been obtained within nine months of hire date from the American Academy of Professional Coders. • 1+ years of working knowledge of ICD-9/ICD-10 CM guidelines and coding. • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. • Ability and willingness to travel (locally and non-locally) as determined by business need. Nice-to-haves • Associate's Degree or higher • 2+ years of medical coding experience with strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in a clinical or managed care setting. • Experience with proprietary medical coding systems. Benefits • Comprehensive benefits package • Career development opportunities • Diversity and inclusion culture Apply tot his job