Medical Coder
Job details
Position: Laboratory Coding Specialist Location: - Remote Experience: More than 3 years Shift: 10 hours Monday to Friday (Sat. & Sun. off) Workdays: 5 working days Salary: 30k+ Company Overview: My Care Labs is a leading laboratory specializing in wellness and toxicology testing, committed to providing accurate and timely results to support healthcare decisions. We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Certified Professional Coder (CPT) to join our billing team and contribute to the efficient revenue cycle management of our laboratory services. Position Overview: "Laboratory Coding Specialist" is responsible for reviewing and accurately assigning medical codes to laboratory test results, ensuring proper billing and compliance with healthcare regulations by analyzing patient medical records and applying the correct ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes specific to laboratory procedures, while staying updated on coding guidelines and collaborating with healthcare providers to clarify documentation when necessary; essentially translating laboratory test data into standardized codes for accurate reimbursement. Key Responsibilities:
- Reviewing medical records:
- Code assignment:
- Quality control:
- Compliance maintenance:
- Data entry:
- Collaboration with healthcare teams:
- Coding research:
- Medical coding certification:
- Knowledge of laboratory procedures:
- Medical terminology proficiency:
- Attention to detail:
- Analytical skills:
- Computer proficiency:
- Communication skills:
- Typically based in a healthcare facility's billing department or within a dedicated coding team.
- May involve working with electronic medical records and coding software.
- May require flexibility to meet deadlines and handle fluctuating workload. "
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