Job Description
Medical Coder
Job Number: 259117
Category: Claims
Location: Albany, NY
Remote Type: Hybrid Remote
Job Level: Entry Level
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As a medical coder on our team, you’ll play a vital role ensuring our claims process runs smoothly and efficiently for our customers. Attention to detail is invaluable as you review and enter medical billing information, ensure billing codes correspond with and support medical records, and apply applicable fee schedules and coding rules while making appropriate adjustments.
The ideal candidate will have strong customer service and interpersonal skills – which you’ll rely on while assisting medical representatives with coding questions and answering calls from customers, providers, billing offices and attorneys.
This is a hybrid role. You’ll be expected to report to an office about four days per month for important meetings, training, and collaboration and will have the benefit of continued coaching from a supportive team. If you prefer an in-office environment, you’re welcome to work in the office more than four days per month.
Candidate's must reside within 50 miles of Progressive's Albany Claims Office at 725 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207.
Duties & responsibilities
Review health insurance EOB’s (Explanation of Benefits) on excess claims to ensure proper payment
Ensure AOB (Assignment of Benefits) has been submitted to provider (in states where applicable)
Providing timely bill processing per state guidelines
Must-have qualifications
High school diploma/GED equivalent or higher
Coding certification or six months as a medical coder or equivalent administrative experience
Preferred skills
Strong data entry skills and telephone use
Thorough knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
Knowledge of medical coding rules and local statutes
Proficient in the use of the Internet
Must successfully obtain and maintain required state licenses
Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
There is an in-office requirement of at least once per week for one year
Compensation
$20 - $21/hour
Gainshare annual cash incentive payment up to 16% of your eligible earnings based on company performance
Benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
Wellness & mental health programs
Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
Paid time off, including volunteer time off
Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
Career development & tuition assistance
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