Medical Assistant/ ACO coordinator
Tumminia Internal Medicine PA
Boynton Beach, FL 33437, USA
6/14/2022
Education
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Assistant to support our participation in an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) program.This role blends traditional clinical support with population health, quality reporting, and coding-related responsibilities. The ideal candidate understands CPT and ICD-10 diagnosis codes and is comfortable working with care coordination and quality measures.
Key Responsibilities
- Support ACO initiatives including quality measures, care gaps and population health workflows
- Assist with accurate documentation and review CPT and ICD-1- diagnosis codes
- Identify and flag care gaps (e.g., preventative screenings, chronic condition follow-ups)
- Coordinate patient outreach related to ACO quality measures and annual wellness visits
- Assist providers with clinical documentation to support accurate coding and compliance
- Maintain accurate patient records in the EHR
- Communicate with patient regarding appointments, labs, referrals, and care plans
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to meet ACO performance goals
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- Certified or registered Medical Assistant preferred
- Experience in working a primary care or value-based care setting
- Working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 diagnosis codes
- Familiarity with ACO, Medicare, or value-based care programs
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Comfortable using electronic health records (EHRs)
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills