What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Coding Auditor (Hybrid) position at Jefferson City Medical Group (JCMG)?
Jefferson City Medical Group (JCMG) is looking for compassionate, hardworking employees to join our growing Team. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply so we can talk to you about our amazing TEAM and exciting opportunities.
Full-time Medical Coding Auditor within our Central Business Office. Monday- Friday 8:00-4:30. However, hours could vary based on the needs of the department/clinic.
Salary is based on experience.
Full-time positions are eligible for full benefits, including insurance, 148 PTO hours per year, 56 hours of paid Holidays per year including the day after Thanksgiving, and an Employee Retirement Plan (401K) with employer match. Tuition reimbursement and a grow our own Medical Assistant Program.
The Medical Coding Auditor extracts clinical information from a variety of medical records and assigns to assure appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes (e.g., ICD-10-CM) to patient records. The Medical Coding Auditor work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of appropriate coding.
Job Specific Competencies:
- Confirms appropriate diagnosis and/or other coding assigned.
- Analyzes results, enters, and manipulates data for tracking and educational purposes.
- Responds to requests for medical record documentation to third party payer and/or their associates.
- Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas.
- Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations.
- Requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed.
- Follows established guidelines/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED – Minimum
Experience:
- 5 years medical coding and / or audit experience. Certified Medical Auditor may substitute with 2 years experience.
Certification/License:
- CPC, or equivalent certification
- CPMA or other recognized professional or / equivalent auditor certification
- Must obtain CPMA within 1 year of hire or sooner.
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