Coding Representative - Medical I at Quest Diagnostics in Irving, TX, United States

Job description

• Coding Representative - Medical I - Monday to Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM Central
• Performs various clerical functions as requested by the manager or senior analysts.

Responsibilities

• Performs various clerical functions as requested by the supervisor or group lead
• Responsibilities include applying CPT-4 and ICD-10 codes by translating dictated pathology reports, in a timely and accurate manner
• Responds to accounts receivable department when coding discrepancies need reviewed due to payor denials
• Effectively communicates with superiors, peers, billing reps, and others, as appropriate, on regular basis, assuring proper flow of information
• Understand and follow all department and company SOP’s
• Perform special projects assigned by the manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• Active and unrestricted AAPC CPC license
• 2+ years of experience in medical coding
• 2+ years of related work in billing or laboratory testing preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work independently and on a team

Skills

Required

• Active and unrestricted AAPC CPC license
• 2+ years of experience in medical coding

Benefits

• We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!
• Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.