Description If you are looking for work as a Medical Coding Specialist, you might be interested to hear that Robert Half is seeking candidates who love organization and order for a new open position! The Medical Coding Specialist role will be remote and available to candidates in the following states ONLY (CA, TX, NC, TN, WI, IO, and UT) and is a short-term contract / temporary opportunity.Your responsibilities
You will review clinical documentation and diagnostic results and apply appropriate ICD-10-CM, and CPT -4 codes.
Codes are used for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance activities.
You will resolve billing-related errors and assist with workflow changes and process improvement projects.
Meets ongoing productivity and quality standards of 95% accuracy rate or better.
Verifies that all ICD-10 codes are correctly captured.
Verifies that the physician is correctly abstracted.
May assign codes for diagnoses and treatment for ancillary outpatient encounters.
Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to all official coding guidelines.
Assigns codes for diagnoses, treatment, and procedures from multiple specialized departments, including Outpatient ancillary, Emergency Department, and Inpatient and outpatient Surgery.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
REQUIREDFive years of progressive inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility. Certifications Required: CCS CredentialEducation: High school diploma or equivalent requiredPosition only available for candidates in the following states:CA, TX, NC, TN, WI, IO, and UTRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
