Professional Oncology Coder
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$30 - $32 / hour
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Professional Oncology Coder
IKS Health
• Review medical records to identify pertinent diagnoses and procedures • Ensure appropriate DRG assignment • Enter charts coded in real-time throughout the scheduled shift • Solicit clarification from the physician regarding documentation • Participate in team meetings and training • Maintain knowledge of Coding Clinic and other coding guidelines
Job Requirements
- CPC, COC, CIC, CCA, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT or RHIA certification
- 3+ years of Profee Coding experience
- 3+ years of Oncology Profee coding experience
- Experienced using EPIC with 3M 360
- Ability to code diagnosis, E&M, and CPTs
- Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPS and CPT coding principles
- Must pass coding proficiency test
Benefits
- healthcare
- 401 (k)
- paid time off
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