We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Coding Specialist to join our multi-specialty healthcare team. Excellent Pay and Industry Leading Benefits. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate coding of medical records, facilitating efficient billing processes, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. This position requires a strong understanding of medical terminology and coding systems, particularly ICD-10 and DRG classifications.

Coding Experience in Podiatry, Cardiovascular, Veins, Geriatrics and Primary Care, not required but a plus.

Benefits

LECOM Institute for Successful Living’s Full Time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• HAVE YOU HEARD OF OUR NEWEST BENEFIT AVAILABLE TO ALL FULL TIME STAFF?
• OUR NEW CHILD CARE BENEFIT provides up to $200 / month in childcare subsidy
• Full Time employees enjoy a monthly child care subsidy and access to a large network of child care providers in the Erie and Northwest Pennsylvania area!
• Already have a provider who is not on the child care network? Support specialists can assist you to add your current child care provider to the network so you can take advantage of these benefits as well!
• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $55/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $270/month!
• Zero Copays and Deductibles for Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance utilizing LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital on most all services!
• Retirement Plan with dollar for dollar match up to 6% of your check!
• Dental and Vision Insurances
• Voluntary Benefits such as Additional Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability and Pet Insurance available
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and AD&D Insurance provided at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals including Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Employee referral program, $100 – $1000 / employee referred
• Employee Assistance Program available to everyone in your immediate household
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• All benefits listed subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Ask us for more information!

Duties

• Review and analyze medical records to extract relevant information for coding purposes.
• Assign appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services rendered using ICD-10 and other coding systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and guidelines related to medical billing and coding practices.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure accuracy in coding.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding changes, updates in medical terminology, and billing practices.
• Assist in the resolution of any discrepancies or issues related to medical collections or billing inquiries.
• Support the overall efficiency of the medical office by managing medical records accurately and securely.

Experience

• Proven experience in medical coding, preferably within a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, DRG classifications, and various coding systems is essential.
• Previous experience in medical billing or collections is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and other relevant software applications related to medical records management.

If you are passionate about contributing to the healthcare field through accurate coding practices and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this vital role within our organization.