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Boston Medical Center (BMC)

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5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1996

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a 511-bed, equity-led academic medical center and a proud member of the Boston Medical Center Health System. BMC delivers a model of healthcare where innovative and equitable care empowers all patients to thrive. As a premier academic medical center in Boston, a national leader in clinical care, and the largest essential hospital in New England, BMC’s world-class clinicians provide comprehensive care in more than 70 specialties and subspecialties.

📋 Description

• Conduct CPT and ICD-10 coding reviews by examining each line item in physician medical records and charge sessions • Perform chart audits to ensure correct coding and charge capture • Review patient medical records and abstract diagnoses and procedures • Code diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers using ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS systems • Sequence diagnoses, procedures, and complications according to coding and regulatory guidelines • Consult with the CDCI team and appropriate medical staff to clarify medical record information • Review and respond to coding questions and research coding issues • Ensure billed services are accurately coded • Provide continual coding updates • Review charts for documentation and signatures • Collaborate with revenue cycle stakeholders on denials, root-cause analysis, and provider feedback • Perform other duties as needed

🎯 Requirements

• Associate’s Degree, or direct work experience equivalent to at least 2 years • CPC – Certified Professional Coder or CPC-A – Certified Professional Coder Apprentice • 2–5 years of experience in a multi-specialty physician coding environment, including coding, compliance, and billing processes • In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, and CPT-4 • Basic knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology • Strong knowledge of health records, computerized billing and charging systems, Microsoft applications, data integrity, and processing techniques • Organizational skills with ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, follow through, and meet timelines • Accuracy and attention to detail • Problem-solving ability using job knowledge and current policies/procedures • Ability to work cooperatively with healthcare delivery teams and staff • Ability to handle frequent interruptions, adapt to workload and schedule changes, and respond quickly to urgent requests • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of personal and health-sensitive information • Compliance with HIPAA rules and regulations • Must complete a background check before employment • Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu and receive a COVID-19 booster dose • Must adhere to BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits • Discretionary annual bonuses • Merit increases • Flexible Spending Accounts • 403(b) savings matches • Paid time off • Career advancement opportunities • Resources to support employee and family well-being • COVID-19 and flu vaccination, plus COVID-19 booster, required for staff