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Coding Specialist
Location
Alabama
Posted
18 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Coding Specialist
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• Accurately assign and appropriately sequence ICD-10 and CPT codes and all applicable modifiers • Contact clients as appropriate when documentation in the medical record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes • Monitor regulatory and payer changes as they apply to diagnostic and procedure coding • Research and resolve coding related system edits, payer rejections and insurance denials • Identify system edit, payer rejection, and insurance denial trends for client policy and procedure improvement • Maintain up to date knowledge of the current changes of coding practices by continuing education and reading resource material • Other innovative and progressive duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of experience in medical coding for OR/procedures
- Nationally recognized coding credential including, but not limited to CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA or RHIT through AHIMA/AAPC
- Understanding of CPT, HCPCS, CDT, and ICD-10 codes as well as medical terminology
- Knowledge of medical business and revenue cycle operations
- Functioning knowledge of Office Applications (Word, Excel, Email etc.)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate clearly and concisely to coworkers, clients, patients, and others
- Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other team members, as well as supervisors, managers, clients, staff, and providers
- Ability to multi-task independently and/or with a team while maintaining respect and professionalism
- Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple responsibilities in a highly organized, efficient, and effective manner
Benefits
- Access to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Additional benefits, including Pet Care Coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and discounted services
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