The Coding Specialist provides procedure and diagnostic coding based on documentation in the patient medical record and supports daily coding activities to facilitate the revenue cycle process.
Essential Duties
- Perform diagnostic and procedure coding of provider services according to established guidelines.
- Correlate diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers with the medical billing system based on provider documentation.
- Assist in maintaining an effective system for coding and charge processing.
- Continue medical coding and billing education to stay current with coding changes.
- Help develop and maintain policies and procedures for coding processes.
- Work with team members, providers, insurance carriers, and others to resolve coding issues related to documentation and reimbursement.
- Support account receivable goals.
- Use coding software and other applicable research tools.
- Provide training as directed.
- Complete other projects as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications
Qualifications
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS/CCS-P).
- Current membership in AHIMA or AAPC in good standing.
- Experience working in a multi-physician practice.
- One year of diagnostic and procedure coding preferred.
- One year of physician electronic billing experience with all insurance carriers preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10-CM.
- Knowledge of computer billing systems, programs, and applications.
- Detailed knowledge of medical records, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
- EPIC experience preferred.
Additional Details
- Shift: Days
- Facility: Sparrow Hospital
- Status: Full-time
- Experience Level: New Grad
Location
Michigan, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 week ago
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