I3 Verticals, Inc. Lafayette , LA 70593
Posted 1 week ago
JOB TITLE: Medical Coding Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Healthcare Vertical: ACS
REPORTS TO: Manager and/or Area Manager
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: no
JOB LOCATION: Varied
TRAVEL: no
SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the directions of the Coding Services Supervisor and Manager, this position will be responsible for CPT and ICD-10 coding and ensuring accuracy and maximum reimbursement and minimizing denials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assigns accurately and sequences appropriately ICD-10 and CPT codes and all applicable modifiers
Contacts clients as appropriate when documentation in the medical record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes.
Monitors regulatory and payer changes as they apply to diagnostic and procedure coding
Researches and resolves coding related system edits, payer rejections and insurance denials.
Identify system edit, payer rejection and insurance denial trends for client policy and procedure improvement.
Maintains 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
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE): High School diploma or GED
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE):
A successful candidate must have proficient knowledge/capabilities in the following areas:
Nationally recognized coding credential including, but not limited to CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA or RHIT through AHIMA/AAPC.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
1-3+ years coding experience required, and outpatient physician and/or multi-specialty coding experience, preferred.
Understanding of all or a combination of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, medical terminology and HIPAA compliance.
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work under general supervision
Ability to work in a fast-paced department and handle multiple tasks, work with interruptions, and deal effectively with confidential information.
Possess excellent telephone etiquette, presentation skills and problem resolution skills
Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Must be highly organized and detail-oriented
Understands fully the requirements to meet HIPPA regulations. Must treat all patient information and data with complete confidentiality and takes all precaution to secure this information.
Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations for QM purposes.
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