Medical Coder

Medical Coder (Part-time)

Index Analytics, LLC, is a rapidly growing, Baltimore-based small business providing health-related consulting services to the federal government. At the center of our company culture is a commitment to instilling a dynamic and employee-friendly place to work. We place a priority on promoting a supportive and collegial team environment and enhancing staff experience through career development and educational opportunities.

Position Overview

Work with a team of clinicians, data scientists, and policy analysts to annually update the methodology for assigning HCPCS/ CPT codes to a restructured type of service classification system (RBCS), which is the successor to the Berenson-Eggers Type of Service (BETOS) classification. The classification system includes all levels of HCPCS/ CPT codes for Medicare Part B services, including codes for professional services, durable medical equipment, drugs, and clinical lab tests.

Responsibilities

• Assign new HCPCS/ CPT codes to groups and subgroups within the new classification system;
• Assess whether HCPCS/ CPT codes already assigned to a group/subgroup within the new classification system should be reassigned;
• Assess whether new groups/subgroups should be added in order to keep pace with changes in practice patterns and technology;
• Identify conditions where creation of a new RBCS category, subcategory or family is required;
• Provide expertise in the following areas:
• Major procedure identification
• Add-on codes
• RVUs
• Service settings
• Unbundling payments
• Fee schedules
• Conversion of WW codes to J codes
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 4 years of experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding and application
• Knowledge and understanding of disease process and etiology
• Knowledge of HCPCS and RBCS taxonomy structure and process
• One of the following certifications:
• RHIA: Registered Health Information Administrator Certification (requires Bachelor Degree)
• RHIT: Registered Heath Information Technologist Certification (requires Associate Degree)
• CCS: Certified Coding Specialist Certification
• CPC: Certified Professional Coder
• Other AHIMA and AAPC coding/billing related certifications will be considered
  

The salary range provided represents the estimated compensation for new hires in this position, applicable across all locations. Actual offers may vary based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and market conditions. Index complements its base salary offering with a competitive package that includes health and retirement benefits, discretionary bonuses, and reimbursement for professional development opportunities.

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