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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Gastrointestinal Coder to join their dynamic team. This role involves reading and interpreting medical records for surgical procedures and office encounters, assigning accurate CPT®, HCPCS, ICD-10 codes, and collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure precision in coding and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret medical record documentation for surgical procedures, office encounters, and assign CPT®, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes accurately.
• Respond to provider questions with research-based written communication to educate on correct coding and documentation.
• Manage specialty-specific work queues, reviewing patient encounters for pre-claim accuracy.
• Review and correct claim edit work queues for timely submission to payers.
• Participate in education programs and monthly department meetings.
• Maintain 90% or higher coding accuracy and required production levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Core coding certification credential from AAPC or AHIMA: CPC, CCS-P required.
• Minimum of 3 years recent experience in the outpatient setting (primary care & surgical) with a focus on Profee surgical coding in General Surgery, Gastrointestinal, and Hepatobiliary.
• Gastrointestinal coding experience with knowledge in E/M and GI procedures/surgeries is essential.
• Strong knowledge of CMS manuals, federal and regulatory guidelines, and correct coding policies.
• Proficient in electronic medical record software, preferably Epic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Preferred CGSC or CGIC certification and Epic experience.

Skills

• Technical skills: Proficiency in electronic medical record software (preferably Epic) and Microsoft Office.
• Soft skills: Strong discipline in time management and productivity, effective written communication skills.

Additional Requirements

• 40 hours per week with a flexible work schedule (choose shift between 5pm-9pm CST).
• Fully Remote (Excluding: California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maine, New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Washington).

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.

^*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.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*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.