Medical Coder

The Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medical Coder to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess a high degree of accuracy and professionalism, as well as strong organizational and analytical skills.The Medical Coder will work alongside a team of coders and healthcare professionals to accurately assign diagnosis and procedure codes to patient records. This position requires precision in data entry, knowledge of medical coding standards, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality. Our successful candidate should be able to work well in a fast-paced environment and have excellent communication skills.If you are an experienced Medical Coder with a passion for accuracy and a great eye for detail, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

1. Accurately assign diagnosis and procedure codes to patient records.
2. Adhere to medical coding standards and regulations.
3. Maintain confidentiality of information.
4. Enter data accurately and in a timely manner.
5. Proactively identify and address coding discrepancies.
6. Analyze reports and data to identify trends and potential coding errors.
7. Monitor coding accuracy and work with coding specialists to ensure accuracy.
8. Stay up to date on coding regulations and standards.
9. Provide training and support to new and existing coders.
10. Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure accuracy of medical coding.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Medical Coder in Boston, MA, USA is between $41,000 and $54,000 per year. This range is based on the salaries offered by employers in the Boston area.

Massachusetts General Hospital (Mass General or MGH) is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School located in the West End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, United States. It is the third-oldest general hospital in the United States and has a capacity of 999 beds. With Brigham and Women's Hospital, it is one of the two founding members of Mass General Brigham (formerly known as Partners HealthCare), the largest healthcare provider in Massachusetts. Massachusetts General Hospital houses the largest hospital-based research program in the world, the Mass General Research Institute currently ranked as the eighth-best hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.