Remote Medical Coder

TEKsystems
$27.00 - $29.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Apr 15, 2025
Description This is a 3 month contract. There are five openings and each is looking for 2+ years of experience coding in that particular skillset. Oncology Coding- 1 opening Cardiology Coding- 2 openings Orthopedic Coding- 1 opening Trauma/Critical Care/General Coding- 1 opening JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for validating/reviewing and assigning applicable CPT, ICD-10, Modifiers and HCPCS codes for inpatient, outpatient and physicians office/clinic settings. Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines. Maintains knowledge of coding/billing updates and payer specific coding guidelines for multi-specialty medical practice(s). Communicates with providers and team members regarding coding issues. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Validate/Review codes for assigned provider(s)/Division(s) based on medical record documentation. Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines. 40% * Responsible for resolving all assigned pre-billing edits.15% * Utilizes appropriate coding software and coding resources in order to determine correct codes. 15% Communicates billing related issues to assigned supervisor/manager and participates in Denial meetings in order to improve overall billing when applicable. 10% * Participates in coding educational opportunities (webinars, in house training, etc.). 5% * Provides timely feedback to providers in order to clarify and resolve coding concerns. 5% Maintain knowledge of governmental and commercial payer guidelines. 5% Assists with the Coding Education team to identify areas that need additional training. 5% * Performs other duties as assigned. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $29.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.