Professional Coder | Remote | Contract

Professional Coder | 3+ Years of Experience | Remote | Contract 

Walker Healthforce is seeking a Professional Coder with 3+ Years of Experience to support a Healthcare Payer based out of New Jersey. This is a 6 month contract opportunity. 

START DATE: ASAP
HOURS/SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm EST
WORKER TYPE: W2

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered Health Information Technologies (RHIT) OR ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Certified Professional Coder designation from the American Academy of Professional Coders

• Certified Coding Specialist, P from the American Health Information Management (AHIMA)

• 2 - 5 years of medical coding experience - ability to meet a quality scores of 95% and above  

• 2+ years of experience in Health Insurance/quality chart audits and/or Utilization Review

• Proficiency in the CPT-4, HCPC, ICD-9/ICD-10 coding

• Advanced computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft applications ( Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook)

  
  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be local to the following states: New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, California, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Texas.

  
  WE CONSIDER IT A BONUS IF YOU ALSO HAVE:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • 5+ years of medical coding experience

  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  This position is accountable for accurately reviewing, interpreting, auditing, coding and analyzing medical record documentation for diagnosis accuracy, correct documentation, and Hierarchical Coding Condition (HCC) abstraction. Review may include inpatient, outpatient treatment and/or professional medical services, according to ICD-9/ICD-10 CM coding guidelines and risk adjustment model regulations. This position supports Annual Commercial (ACA) and Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment Data Validation Audits (RADV) along with the annual Risk Adjustment life cycle for the Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial lines of business.

  • Can understand and translate CPT, HCPC, ICD-9/ICD-10 codes for HCC abstraction.

  • Review medical records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with applicable coding guidelines and regulations.

  • Identify, compile and code member/patient data, using ICD-9/ICD 10-CM and other standard classification coding systems.

  • Support the collection and distribution of documentation and coding improvement tools for designated practice units as applicable.

  • Support educational activities for internal stakeholders as necessary as subject matter expert on coding review/guidelines.

  • Actively participate & engage in program improvement discussions and activities.

  • Maintains department productivity and accuracy standards.

  WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Weekly pay via Direct Deposit

  • Medical, Dental & Vision available

  • 401k options

  
  WHY WORK WITH WALKER?

  • Access to our top ranked team of recruiting and placement specialists

  • Continuous, one-on-one support from a dedicated engagement manager

  • Professional resume development and interview preparation

  
  Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!
  
  ABOUT US:
  Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we’re custom not commodity and we’ve been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!
  
  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.
  
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