Medical Coder

Westchester Community Health Center

About Us

Westchester Community Health Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides high-quality primary, preventative, and affordable healthcare and support services in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect to improve the health and lives of adults, teens, and children in Westchester County and the Bronx, New York.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services to our community, regardless of their ability to pay.

Locations

We have multiple locations in Westchester County and the Bronx, including:

• WCHC Mount Vernon
• WCHC Greenburgh
• WCHC Yonkers
• WCHC Lake Street
• Mobile Health Unit
• School-Based Health Centers:
• WCHC at Mount Vernon High School
• WCHC at Edward Williams Elementary School
• WCHC at Grasslands Homeless Shelter
• WCHC at Coachman Family Center

Care Services

We offer a wide range of care services, including:

• Audiology (Hearing)
• Behavioral Health
• Cardiology (Heart Care)
• Colposcopy
• Dental Care
• Dermatology (Skin Care)
• Endocrinology (Hormones)
• Food Programs and Pantries
• Help with Health Insurance Enrollment
• Immigration Physicals
• Infectious Disease Specialist
• Internal Medicine (Adult)
• Nephrology (Kidneys)
• Nutrition Counseling
• OB/GYN (Womens Health)
• Ophthalmology (Vision Care)
• Patient Advocates
• Patient Transportation
• Pediatrics (Child Health)
• Pharmacy
• PICHC Program
• Podiatry (Foot Care)
• Radiology (X-Ray)
• Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program
• Speech-Language Pathology
• Teen Health Care
• Testing Laboratory
• Ultrasound
• Urology (Urinary/Prostrate)
• Walk-In Care
• Wellness and Education Classes
• WIC Program

Medical Coder

Job Description

We are seeking a Medical Coder to join our team. The Medical Coder will review, analyze, and assure the final diagnosis/procedures as stated by the practicing provider(s) are valid and complete and will accurately follow coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations.

Essential Duties

• Accurately assign medical codes to precisely reflect clinical documentation
• Assigns an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS) and audits transcription of physician notes into an alphanumerical code set (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)
• Performs comprehensive review of records to assure presence of all component parts are indicated
• Ensures the integrity and precision of coded data
• Maintains optimal productivity levels while adhering to established coding quality
• Ensures proper submission of services prior to billing on pre-determined charges
• Accurately follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Federal and state regulations
• Maintains compliance standards in accordance with the Compliance Policies and Code of Ethics
• Reports compliance problems appropriately
• Determines the final diagnosis and procedures stated by the physician(s) or health care provider(s) are valid and complete
• Maintains all mandatory in-service meetings and/or training
• Performs other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in job description

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience using ICD-10CM, CPT, HCPCS; inpatient coding and billing
• Knowledge of medical records, electronic health records, knowledge of coding guidelines, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Federal Laws, Regulations, Code of Conduct
• Interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and/or medical office practices
• High School Diploma and/or College Degree
• Computer competency, knowledge of medical office software
• Certified Coder/Specialist Credentials or in process
• Knowledge of Billing Practices (FQHC)

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Apply Now

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with experience in medical coding, please apply now. We offer a competitive salary range of $35,000 to $45,000 annually, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Contact Us

For more information about our job openings, please contact us at:

Westchester Community Health Center 107 West Fourth Street Mount Vernon, NY 10550 phone: (914) 699-7200 email: info@wchchealth.org