Acentus is excited to announce an opening for the position of Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A) on our team! In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our professional medical billing and coding processes run smoothly, making a significant impact on our ability to help provide exceptional care to patients. We are looking for a friendly and organized individual who is passionate about medical billing and coding and eager to contribute to a supportive environment. Please note that this is not a fully remote position and does require employees to physically report to our office in Mt. Laurel, NJ. A semi-remote schedule is available after successfully completing a 90-day onsite introductory period. The CPC-A position offers entry-level medical coding professionals real-world coding experience through participation in the Acentus structured coding training program. This program provides hands-on experience to help satisfy AAPC requirements for removing the apprenticeship designation from your CPC-A credential, including: Hands-on coding experience with real-world revenue cycle workflows; Mentorship from experienced coding professionals; Ongoing education and professional development. Daily duties of a CPC-A include using critical thinking to identify trends and report issues to management and work the following Epic workqueues: Charge Review, Clearinghouse Claim Rejections, Coding Errors, and Claim Denials. A successful CPC-a acts as a billing system super-user, performs simple to complex coding functions, assists with specialist projects, and demonstrates an understanding of all business lines as they relate to the role's responsibilities. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a difference in people's lives through your work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Responsibilities: Review and resolve charge review edits to ensure accurate coding and billing Research and clear claim edits prior to claim submission Investigate and work coding-related claim denials and payor rejections Apply ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines appropriately Collaborate with coding specialists, billers, and revenue cycle staff to resolve coding issues Maintain compliance with payor requirements, regulatory standards, and coding guidelines Document findings and corrective actions accurately Participate in ongoing coding education and training activities Provide timely, accurate, and professional responses to internal, patient, and third party inquiries Research and resolve simple to complex issues and escalate issues to management Work with billing managers to resolve and prevent coding denials Report needed system updates to manager Research payer policies and insurance eligibility changes and communicate changes to key personnel Assist with Specialist Projects and other essential billing office duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred, High school diploma/GED required Certified Professional Coding Apprentice or Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A or CPC) required Advanced ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in a healthcare setting Basic understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, & physiology Advanced knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding Advanced understanding of HIPAA compliance practices Familiarity of billing systems and electronic medical records (EPIC preferred) Proficient knowledge and a working understanding of Microsoft Excel and Word Excellent research abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills Outstanding problem-solving and organizational abilities Self-motivation, including multitasking and time management Positive attitude and team player Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Epic: 1 year (Preferred) Professional Medical billing & coding: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: CPC (Required) Ability to Commute: Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mount Laurel, NJ 08054