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Job Posting: Coding Specialist
Pay $23-$31/Hr.
Job Summary: We are currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Coding Specialist on behalf of our client. This nonexempt role is responsible for a range of front office and general coding billing duties, including Coding Audits, Claim and Billing review, and compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accuracy and adherence to clinic policies and procedures.
Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of billing practices and clinic policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of coding and clinic operating policies.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Knowledge of health care insurance claim practices and compliance.
- Knowledge of computer systems, programs, and applications.
Skills:
- Proficient skills in computer programs.
- Skill in using a calculator.
Abilities:
- Ability to understand and interpret policies and regulations.
- Ability to read and interpret medical charts.
- Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work with others.
Major Duties and Accountabilities:
- Coordinate with clinical staff to verify charge and/or documentation information as needed.
- Audit information about procedures performed and diagnosis on charge.
- Audit 100% of new provider claims.
- Audit providers quarterly for correct coding and optimal reimbursement.
- Provide education to clinical staff as necessary with coding/documentation.
- Report quarterly on Bell Curves.
- Responsible for Athena Work Lists as apply to med necessity and/or coding denials.
- All other duties as assigned by the Business Office Manager.
Position Competencies:
- Role model for organization’s core values.
- Customer Service: Demonstrates the highest standards for friendly, courteous, and caring interaction.
- Professional presence.
- Communication: Demonstrates ability to accept and understand instructions, expresses self clearly and concisely.
- Adaptability/Flexibility: Demonstrates the ability to cope with pressure, grasp new ideas and methods, and adjust responses to meet the changing work environment.
- Independence/Initiative: Demonstrates reliability, follow-through, ability to work with minimum supervision, and the desire and ability to accept additional responsibility.
- Confidentiality.
- Emotional Intelligence: Maintain basic emotional and social competencies, including self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.
Job Qualifications:
- Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, calculators, etc.
- Education/Experience: Must have a high school diploma & AAPC or AHIMA Certification. Prefer a minimum of one year coding experience in a health care organization.
- Physical: Position is in a well-lighted office environment with sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
About K&S Staffing Solutions, Inc:
Our goal is to create lasting relationships that benefit both candidate and employer.We present opportunities for growth and professional development for our job seekers.
