Medical Transport Billing and Coding Specialist

The Air Medical Coding Coordinator codes outpatient billing for government and private payers related to air medical transport. They review patient transport records, assign CPT and ICD-10 codes in compliance with payer guidelines, complete post-service audits, and collaborate with providers and departments to ensure accurate charges and timely billing for emergent, air medical charter, and donor services programs. They act as coding experts, educate clinical staff on documentation and billing standards, and perform daily, weekly, and monthly analytics for the medical transport service line.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating all coding components, researching, and resolving provider and facility claim issues
• Reviewing patient care records for coding accuracy and conducting audits
• Educating staff on documentation and timely billing
• Serving as a team member providing quotes, payment collection, and authorization for transports
• Maintaining transport documentation and liaising with accounts services on payment and denial reconciliations

Skills:

• Detail-oriented with strong knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding
• Familiarity with regulatory policies and payer requirements
• Time management, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Training medical staff on documentation standards

Qualifications:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through AAPC
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Preferred: outpatient coding experience, specialty certification (CDEO), and experience with government and insurance regulations

Physical requirements include the ability to read information and labels, communicate effectively, manipulate equipment, lift and transport supplies, and drive a vehicle.