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Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

SUMMARY

*This position is looking for a fully remote Certified Medical Surgical Coder to join the Newton, Massachusetts team, offering a fully remote full-time (benefit-eligible) Monday-Friday schedule that works best for you. Only candidates who are certified within AAPC and/or AHIMA, and who live in Massachusetts (surrounding states as applicable), will be considered and sent to the team for review. Being a part of this growing company will not only bring more experience in this ever-changing industry and here at Atrius, we offer a generous benefits package, flexible schedules (within business hours), and established support for you to further your education to be the best professional you can be for years to come. *

Under general supervision, assigns diagnosis and procedure codes to ensure compliant billing and coding of facility and select office-based services (e.g. endoscopy, oncology chemotherapy infusions). Monitors and reviews all medical records (including operative and pathology reports) in order to assure the accuracy of medical coding, including appropriate completion and documentation of physician signatures, and proper coding of all diagnoses and procedures. Thorough understanding of CMS/Medicare regulations, as well as technical knowledge of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-9 and ICD-10) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4) classification systems. Provides the billing department with accurate, completed, coded encounters for processing, notifying clinicians and/or sites of missing information and following up accordingly.

*_EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS_*

* High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit is required.

o Associate's or Bachelor's level degree in healthcare or related field preferred

* Certification in medical coding is a must. CCS, CCS-P, CPC or other relevant certification through AHIMA or AAPC required.

_EXPERIENCE_

* At least 3 years of surgical facility coding experience required. (include in resume, as applicable).

* Thorough knowledge of medical terminology andICD-10 and CPT4 coding required.

_SKILLS_

* Understanding of both the medical and business sides of healthcare operations is required.

* Highly organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and energetic team player.

* Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

* Strong computer skills including MS Office, Internet, and email. Excellent problem-solving ability and good interpersonal skills are required.

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, color, sex, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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*_Benefits Include:_*

* Up to 8% company retirement contribution,

* Generous Paid Time Off

* 10 paid holidays,

* Paid professional development,

* Generous health and welfare benefit package.

**Job:** **Other Allied Health*

**Organization:** **Finance*

**Title:** *Certified Surgical Medical Coder- Remote- States within New England Region Only*

**Location:** *Newton MA - Riverside*

**Requisition ID:** *125423*