You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced Outpatient Coder to enhance their coding accuracy and compliance. The role involves serving as a subject matter expert in clinical documentation and coding guidelines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve organizational compliance and revenue cycle processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as an organizational resource and content expert on clinical documentation and coding guidelines.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure continuous organizational compliance.
- Conduct regular coding audits and generate comprehensive audit reports.
- Review and evaluate CPT claim denials and offer actionable recommendations for resolution.
- Collaborate with various departments to address and resolve complex coding and billing compliance issues.
- Deliver educational programs to improve workforce coding accuracy.
- Maintain meticulous documentation of all compliance activities.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3–5 years of pathology coding experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience with Epic, 3M, or similar coding technologies is preferred.
- At least 3 years of coding education, auditing, or training experience is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years in pathology coding.
Skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM PST.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
Medix provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
