Falconet Precise Coding Solutions is seeking a talented and experienced Medical Coder | RN to join our team. As a ​Medical Coder specializing in home health medical coding, you will utilize your clinical expertise and coding skills to ​ensure accurate and compliant coding of home health services. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely ​and contribute to the success of our growing company.

Responsibilities:

Assign accurate diagnostic and procedural codes to home health services based on documentation provided by ​healthcare providers.

Review clinical documentation, including physician notes, nursing assessments, therapy evaluations, and other ​relevant records, to extract relevant information for coding purposes.

Ensure that all coding assignments comply with regulatory requirements, including Medicare guidelines, local ​coverage determinations (LCDs), and national coverage determinations (NCDs).

Collaborate with clinical staff and other members of the interdisciplinary team to clarify documentation and resolve ​coding-related queries.

Conduct thorough reviews of patient medical records to identify and resolve coding discrepancies, errors, or missing ​information.

Stay current with changes in coding guidelines, regulations, and reimbursement policies affecting home health ​services.

Participate in coding audits and quality assurance activities to monitor and improve coding accuracy and compliance.

Maintain strict confidentiality and security standards when handling patient health information, including adherence ​to HIPAA regulations.

Communicate effectively with coding team members, clinicians, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and ​timely coding processes.

Assist in the development and implementation of coding policies, procedures, and training programs to support ​consistent and standardized coding practices.

Requirements:

Registered Nurse (RN) with active licensure in the United States required.

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential or equivalent coding certification preferred.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding, with specific experience in home health coding highly preferred.

Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding, CPT procedure coding, and HCPCS coding systems.

Familiarity with Medicare regulations, documentation requirements, and reimbursement policies related to home ​health services.

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex clinical documentation and apply ​coding guidelines accurately.

Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to accuracy and quality in coding assignments.

Proficiency in using coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently in a remote work environment.

HIPAA certification is a must.

Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed about changes in the healthcare industry.