Senior Specialty Coder

Description

Summary:

*CHRISTUS Health System offers the Specialty Coder position as a remote opportunity. Candidate must reside in the states of Texas Louisiana Arkansas New Mexico or Georgia to further be considered for this position.*

Responsible for maintaining current and high-quality ICD-10-CM and CPT coding of all professional services including inpatient and outpatient Evaluation & Management (E/M) and operative/surgical procedures for multi-specialties. Via assigned work queues verifies all charges and code assignments are correct. Accurately assigns appropriate modifiers to CPT codes. Communicates regularly with providers regarding coding concerns missing/incomplete documentation and coding policy updates. Responsible for assigned coding denial work queues.

Requirements:

• Minimum requirements: Completion of an AAPC or AHIMA approved Coding Certificate Program; High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of multi-specialty physician operative and procedural services coding in an acute care hospital and/or outpatient clinic setting.
• Specific experience in Cardiology/Interventional Cardiology and/or Electrophysiology is required
• Minimum 1 year of professional billing claim denials appeals and/or revenue cycle work
• Expert knowledge of CPT ICD-10 HCPCS and medical terminology
• Strong knowledge of Medicare Medicaid and Commercial payers coding/billing guidelines and compliance regulations including medical policy restrictions (LCDs and NCDs)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and research skills with extreme attention to detail
• Proficient using multiple software applications including: Excel Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
• Ability to meet set productivity and quality standards
• Able to work independently in a remote setting as well as part of a team
• EPIC and Meditech experience preferred

One of the following certifications is required:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – AAPC
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) – AHIMA
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - AHIMA

Work Type:

Full Time

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