Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Part-Time Medical Biller / Coder (Athena EMR) – Remote
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized medical coder / biller to join our growing team. In this position, you will play a key role in reviewing and analyzing medical billing and coding for processing. You will review and accurately code clinical procedures for reimbursement.
This is a part-time position (up to 20 hours per week), with flexibility in scheduling. This is a remote work position.
Medical Coder Duties and Responsibilities
- Receive and review patient charts and documents for accuracy
- Ensure that all codes are current and active
- Report missing or incomplete documentation
- Meet daily coding production
- Perform accurate charge entries
- Ensure proper coding on provider documentation
- Serve as a resource regarding insurance resolutions and coding questions
- Follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
- Submit and track insurance claims, including follow-up on denials and resubmissions
- Work directly with insurance carriers and patients to resolve billing discrepancies
- Provide charts to insurance companies as requested for audit
- Generate patient statements and manage accounts receivable
- Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect patient confidentiality
- Perform additional duties assigned by the coding manager as needed
Medical Coder Requirements and Qualifications
- High school degree or equivalent
- Medical Coding Certificate; RHIT or CPC by AAPC or AHIMA license/certification
- Maintain coding certification and attend in-service training as required
- Two (2) years of medical coding experience
- Required: Experience working in Athena EMR for billing and coding
- Understanding of basic medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
- Strong knowledge of insurance payers, including commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid
- Familiarity with prior authorizations and referral processes preferred
- Ability to work independently and remotely, or as an active member of a team
- Strong computer skills in data entry, coding, and knowledge of Electronic Medical Record software; Microsoft Office Suite
- Accurate and precise attention to detail
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Goal-oriented, organized team player