Medical Coder
We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Coder to join a healthcare team in Indianapolis, Indiana in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This work from home role (after onsite training) focuses on reviewing clinical documentation, assigning accurate codes, and supporting timely reimbursement while helping maintain compliance with current coding standards. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of outpatient coding practices, collaborates well with providers and clinic staff, and contributes to efficient revenue cycle operations.
Responsibilities:
• Review patient records thoroughly to translate documented diagnoses, procedures, and services into accurate medical codes.
• Work closely with providers to clarify clinical documentation and ensure coding decisions reflect the services delivered.
• Examine denied or rejected claims to identify coding-related issues and support effective resolution and resubmission.
• Perform chart audits to confirm coding accuracy, improve documentation quality, and share findings with physicians and staff when needed.
• Assist with billing activities tied to coded services and help address questions involving coding and reimbursement.
• Communicate outstanding documentation or billing needs to providers promptly to reduce delays in claim processing.
• Share coding updates and billing-related information with clinic personnel to support consistent procedures across the practice.
• Stay current with coding guidelines, regulatory changes, and certification requirements to maintain compliance and best practices.
• Protect patient and organizational information by following confidentiality standards and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Participate in staff meetings and provide additional support for related coding and revenue cycle tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Current coding certification required; ICD-10-related credentials or additional coding certification are highly valued.• Two years of medical billing or coding training and experience, or an equivalent combination of education and practical background, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, claims processing, and outpatient medical coding standards, including ICD-10 and CPT.
• Strong understanding of the full billing cycle, including claim review, denial follow-up, and reimbursement workflows.
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care concepts such as HMO, PPO, and capitation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and practice management or billing systems in a clinical environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work productively with providers, staff, supervisors, and external contacts.
• Experience with dental or optometry billing, as well as Spanish language skills, is a plus.
Compensation
$25.00-$29.00 HourlyAbout Us
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