Remote Medical Coder

About Integrated Management Strategies (IMS) LLC

We are a women-owned small business and management consulting firm that provides an array of business and technical services. IMS is headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, with employees across 39 US states.

What We Do

We support the mission critical needs of federal agencies and commercial businesses by leveraging our experience, talent and can-do attitude, and solve their strategic and operational challenges.

How We Do It

We earn our clients' trust through our personalized approach and attention to detail, allowing us to collaborate and solve even the most complex problems.

About the role

Are you ready for your next career adventure?! Integrated Management Strategies (IMS) is an award-winning, fast-growing woman-owned small business in the Washington DC area, specializing in healthcare, technology, and management consulting. We are seeking an experienced Medical Coder to join our healthcare consulting practice. The role is fully remote within the US. We are proud of our national presence, and excited to offer great career opportunities within the organization.

What you'll do

  • Accurately assign ICD-10 CM, E/M, ICD-10 PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers and units based on documentation.
  • Adhere to systems and standards required in multi-specialty medical coding encounters, including Outpatient, Emergency Room, Surgery, Inpatient facilities, Inpatient Professional Rounds, and others.
  • Process encounters within required SLA on contract with deficiencies identified escalated as necessary.
  • Review and respond to each audit within set time window, with corrections made immediately after final adjudication.
  • Complete training on all government systems, including all annual and short notice training.
  • Meet or surpass weekly Productivity and Quality targets.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with team members and follow directions provided by the Site Manager/Project Manager.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or higher degree.
  • Active coding certification credentials from AHIMA or AAPC such as CCS, CCS-P, CPC, RHIA, or RHIT. Initial and annual proof of active certification is required. Must be ICD-10 certified.
  • 2+ years of experience with DoD medical coding, re-coding, abstraction, analysis, and assembly of medical record data.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain minimum accuracy rating of 97%
  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to secure a DOD security clearance, must not have been unfavorably removed from a government position.
  • Current on required training and certification requirements.
  • Experience with Microsoft Windows and Office 365 applications including Word, Excel, Teams and others.
  • Ability to work in a private and secure area while protecting PHI/PII and meeting HIPAA requirements.
  • Experience with DoD Systems. MHS Genesis, EM360, or JLV (preferred).
  • Experience in multiple specialties including Behavioral Health, Cardiology, ER, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Hematology/Oncology, Infectious disease, Internal medicine, Nephrology, Neurology, OB/Gyn surgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic, Orthopedic surgery, Outpatient, Pulmonology, Rheumatology, Sleep medicine, Transplant surgery, or Vascular surgery (preferred).

What we offer:

In addition to a rewarding career, IMS offers a wide range of benefits to its employees, including:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Personal and Family Sick Time
  • 11 Company Paid Holidays
  • Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Group Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Group Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Integrated Management Strategies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for the employment process, please email your request to hr@im-strat.com

E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.

The salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary rate for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including, scope, complexity, and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate, and other conditions of employment.
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