Coder - Physician Practice - CPC Required

Please note all candidates must complete & pass onsite testing in Marlton, NJ prior to an interview.

Responsible for abstracting clinical information and assigning CPT-4 and ICD-10 codes from medical records and documents to support physicians professional fees, including but not limited to outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) services and procedures in accordance guidelines.

• Position Responsibilities:
  
  

  • Abstract billing for outpatient evaluation and management codes, minor surgical procedure(s) and HCPCS (supplies and pharmaceuticals) codes from provider documentation to include; assignment of CPT-4, ICD-10-CM codes and modifiers.

  
  

  • Research simple coding/billing issues for the physicians to identify and recommend the most appropriate method of coding/billing. Research may involve interaction with such organizations as American Medical Association, specialty societies, or other coding consultants.

  
  

  • Analysis of the medical record to determine the appropriateness of coding and potential patterns of abuse. Including working with the Coding/Charge/Audit Analyst(s) to resolve the issue(s).

  
  Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
  
  Minimum of two years records coding experience and/or equivalent education (completion of AAPC course or completion of Coding program at trade school).
  
  Ability to perform functions in a Microsoft Windows environment.
  
  Ability to be detailed oriented and perform tasks at a high level of accuracy.
  
  Ability to make sound decisions.
  
  Demonstrate good communication and team work skills.
  
  Previous experience with an electronic legal health record system preferred.
  
  Knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology/ Medical terminology required.
  
  Required Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED required.

• Knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology/ Medical terminology required

  CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Certified required.

Hourly Rate: $26.00 - $39.11 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.