Remote Intake Medical Coder

Job Summary:
Our team is seeking a Medical Records Intake Reviewer/Intake Records Management Coordinator (I-RMC). The I-RMC is primarily responsible for the review of submitted medical records. The I-RMC reviews the medical records for specific criteria and validation of specific administrative criteria submitted from selected organizations to the government and commercial clients. The position requires review of protected health information and requires the maintenance of strict confidentiality when addressing or referring to such records. You must have the ability to use a variety of office equipment, computer software, the ability to use sound and professional judgement, and to work independently. The candidate(s) will be hired as consultants up to 40 hours per week (flexible scheduling).
The job title and salary for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience and the results of a standardized coding assessment. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the assessment before their application can be further considered.

This is a remote position.

Duties:
• Analyze protected health information according to project specific rules set forth by CMS.
• Participates in the Submission Review portion of the Intake Process of records
• Perform administrative intake procedures on submitted medical records
• Discusses project related discrepancies with Team Lead(s)
• Possess and maintains a current and comprehensive understanding of coding rules, changes, and guidelines as defined by the AMA.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualified Candidate:

• Must possess a high school diploma/GED
• Minimum of one (1) year of computer experience
• Ability to write appropriate correspondence and effectively communicate with other members of VC personnel, clients, and customers as necessary.
• Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision and use professional judgment.
• Must take our administered coder assessment before further consideration.

Licenses/Certification:
• All coders must have experience in abstracting ICD-9/ICD-10 (blended HCC model) coding and have one or more of the following certifications: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), or CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), or Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Benefits:
• 401K, Paid Leave, Related Certifications covered, Medical, Dental, and Vision.