Certified or Registered Medical Coder

Family Practice Center, P.C. is currently seeking a Full-Time Certified Coder in our Administration office in Selinsgrove.  

Family Practice operates 40 office locations in 14 Central PA counties.  We offer a wide range of services including family medicine, pediatrics, counseling services, onsite lab and x-ray, and much more.  Family Practice offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, disability, life, and 401(k).  EOE

Qualifications:  Medical Coding registration or certification

Certification/Licensure: CPC or RMC

Experience: 3-5 years of E/M coding/auditing experience preferred.  

Alternative to minimum qualifications: Equivalent work experience to demonstrate knowledge of coding but registration or certification preferred.

General Summary of Duties:  Diagnosis and Procedure coding review

Supervision Received:  Compliance Officer, however, additional duties and oversight will occur by Operations Manager and Practice Administrator. 

Typical Physical Demands:  Work will require sitting for long periods of time, stooping, bending and stretching for files and/or supplies.  Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, type, operate a telephone, fax machine, and other such necessary office equipment.  Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing within normal range.  Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.  Will be necessary to view and type on a computer screen for long periods of time.

Typical Working Condition:  Work is performed in an office environment.  Most work will be performed using a computer.  Interaction with coding team. 

Potential Exposures:  Alcohol-based hand sanitizers, hand soap, copier toner

Expectations of Position – to include but not limited to:

1. Self-motivation and works independently on tasks assigned.
2. Adequate knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS coding.
3. Understanding of HCC codes.
4. This job requires access to PHI.  HIPAA training is required and HIPAA compliance is expected.
5. Follow procedures according to OSHA.
6. Follow procedures according to FPC protocol.
7. Performs related work as required.

Examples of Duties – to include but not limited to:

1. Verify submission or proper use of HCC codes.
2. Verify chart documentation supports diagnosis assigned.
3. Appropriate communication with medical providers.
4. Answer provider/staff questions regarding appropriate coding.
5. Provide training sessions on coding to providers.
6. Chart data extraction and data entry.
7. Quarterly review with coding team.
8. Review audits of physician coder.
9. Attends training sessions to maintain knowledge and expertise.
10. Trains employees when requested.
11. Completes multiple assignments by prioritizing and delegating when necessary and appropriate.
12. Maintains confidentiality and discretion.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.