Certified Coder I

Position Summary
The Certified Medical Coder I is responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance to all applicable regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities
- Review case documentation to confirm patient demographics and enter insurance information received for every case.
- Review completed patient reports to enter appropriate diagnosis codes in accordance with established SOPs and healthcare guidelines.
- Maintain regulatory compliance to all applicable regulatory requirements (CLIA, NYS, CAP, FDA, ISO, etc.).

Required Qualifications
- High school diploma and completion of a Medical Coding course.
- 0–2 years of experience in medical coding; completion of medical coding courses and certification required.
- Active medical coding certification through AAPC or AHIMA.
- Solid foundation of medical terminology and anatomy.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Enthusiasm and dedication to meeting group objectives.
- Professional demeanor; ability to maintain positive relationships.
- Ability to work under routine and stressful situations accurately and timely.
- Effective verbal and written communication; attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective interpersonal and team skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general Internet for business use.

Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of healthcare insurance plans.
- Experience in a regulated environment (CLIA, NYS, CAP, FDA, ISO, etc.).
- Significant experience with ICD-10 codes.
- Experience with Level 1 and Level 2 HCPCS coding.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and quality control procedures/regulations.

Physical Demands
- Ability to sit, stand, and/or work at a computer for long periods.
- Visual acuity and ability to pass a visual color discrimination test.

Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions.