job description
Join Med-Metrix International as an Inpatient Medical Coder and play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient medical billing processes. This remote position based in Bali offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in medical coding while enjoying a flexible work environment in one of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
As an Inpatient Medical Coder, you will utilize your advanced coding skills to review medical invoices, assign appropriate codes (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), and provide expert guidance to billing teams. Your work will directly impact revenue cycle management, compliance, and the financial health of healthcare providers.
We are seeking detail-oriented professionals with a passion for healthcare data integrity and a commitment to excellence. If you thrive in a dynamic, remote setting and want to contribute to a globally recognized organization, this role is for you.
Responsibility
- Accurately assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for inpatient services, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and payer requirements.
- Conduct thorough invoice reviews to validate coding accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve billing errors.
- Collaborate with billing staff to provide expert advice on coding best practices, denials, and appeals.
- Stay updated on coding regulations, including CMS, AHA, and other industry standards, and implement changes accordingly.
- Analyze medical records to extract relevant clinical information for precise code assignment.
- Support audit processes by ensuring documentation meets regulatory and payer-specific requirements.
- Maintain productivity and accuracy metrics in line with company and industry benchmarks.
- Participate in training sessions to enhance team knowledge on emerging coding trends and technologies.
Qualifications
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential required.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in inpatient medical coding, with a strong understanding of DRG, MS-DRG, and APC systems.
- Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems and encoder software (e.g., 3M, Optum).
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex medical records and apply coding guidelines accurately.
- Strong communication skills to liaise with healthcare providers, billing teams, and auditors.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and billing software (e.g., Epic, Cerner).
- Familiarity with compliance standards (HIPAA, OIG) and revenue cycle management.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting with a stable internet connection.