Medical Coder

Salary: $67,846.00 AnnuallyMISSION STATEMENT:Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Medical coder under Article 28 FQHC program, will provide quality review of patient medical records and ensure accuracy of coding. Maintain records in accordance with accepted medical and legal standards.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Evaluate medical record documentation and charge ticket coding to optimize reimbursement by ensuring that diagnostic and procedural codes and other documentation accurately reflect and support the visit Analyze medical record documentation for consistency and completeness for coding purposes using established criteria and regulations. Codes and/or reviews principal diagnosis, co-morbidities, complications, therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, supplies, materials, injections, and drugs with International Classification of Diseases (ICD10), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Health Care Financing Administration Common Procedure Coding Systems (HCPCS-all levels, and any other coding classification systems that may be required).Perform edit checks on data entered prior to transmittal and correct errors as indicated. Assist data processing staff in revising the EMR/EPM master file as requested. Provide guidance to fellow employees and providers regarding documentation concerns as they relate to coding and billing. Assess needs and provide training for providers and support staff.

REQUIREMENTS: High school degree or equivalent; bachelor's degree in related field preferred