Certified Coder ProFee I Kirkland Campus (40 hours/week, days)
Company: EvergreenHealth
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Kirkland, WA Campus position
Wage Range: $26.25 - $42.00 per hour
Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to
maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range
reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the
highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based
on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined
based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of
education and internal equity.Job Summary:
Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes and
appropriate modifiers for evaluation and management (E/M), minor
procedures, and diagnostic tests by using either computerized or
manual systems. Researches and resolves coding and reimbursement
issues to ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of coding and
billing practices. Effectively communicates with clinicians and
billing/coding teams regarding code changes and denials. Maintains
department defined quality and productivity standards.Primary
Duties:
1. Abstracts, analyzes, and assigns CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes
for professional services based on documentation in the medical
record. Code assignment is primarily for E/M, minor procedures and
diagnostic tests and based on industry standards and
EvergreenHealth policies.
2. Meets department productivity and accuracy standards.
3. Promotes a positive working relationship by effectively
communicating with clinicians and other support staff regarding
changes in the providers CPT code selection.
4. Evaluates patient coding inquiries to determine coding accuracy
based on documentation in the patients medical record.
5. Evaluates and researches coding denials from payers to determine
the appropriate action and drafts appeal letters for Denial
Management.
6. Identifies and reports trends of code changes, payer denials,
missed revenue opportunities and/or compliance risks to the
Professional Coding Supervisor.
7. Identifies and communicates documentation improvement
opportunities to Professional Coding Supervisor.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.License, Certification,
Education or Experience:REQUIRED for the position:
* High school diploma or G.E.D
* Current professional coding credential: AAPC (Certified
Professional Coder [CPC], Certified Coding Associate [CCA],
Certified Outpatient Coder [COC]), PMI (Certified Medical Coder
[CMC]), or AHIMA (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician [CCS-P],
Certified Coding Specialist [CCS], Registered Health Information
Administrator [RHIA], Registered Health Information Technician
[RHIT])
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Satisfactory completion of general coding skills assessment
* Proficient knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and
HCPCS coding conventions.
* Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology and disease
processes.
* General understanding of payer billing requirements.DESIRED for
the position:
* One year of professional coding experience in a multi-specialty
medical group settingBenefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your familyAt EvergreenHealth, we
appreciate our employees commitment and contribution to our
success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and
resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help
our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and
financial well-being.
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Keywords: EvergreenHealth, Kirkland , Certified Coder ProFee I Kirkland Campus (40 hours/week, days), Other , Kirkland, Washington
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