Certified Coder - Department of Medicine - Business Office - Appeals | Washington University in[...]

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,853 - 52,266; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

Health insurance packages

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition coverage for employees and family

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Certified Coder for the Department of Medicine to review medical documentation and assign appropriate billing codes. Responsibilities include ensuring the accuracy of diagnoses and procedures and collaborating with healthcare professionals for documentation.

The role requires coding credentials and offers competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, vacation, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must have coding credentials such as AHIMA or AAPC.
• Previous coding experience or relevant education preferred.
• Knowledge of medical coding systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records for billing code assignment.
• Collaborate with physicians for documentation reviews.
• Assist in raising coding awareness among staff.

Skills

ICD-10

CPT coding

Medical Terminology

Computer Systems

Education

Associate degree in Medical Coding & Billing

Job description

Certified Coder - Department of Medicine - Business Office - Appeals

Position reviews medical record documentation to determine appropriate billing codes and necessary documentation.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviews the documentation in the record to identify all pertinent facts necessary to select the comprehensive diagnoses and procedures that fully describe the patient’s conditions and treatment.
• Codes evaluation and management to appropriate CPT code and codes diagnosis to appropriate ICD-10 code.
• Meets with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding and secure signature of all unsigned dates of service, tagging files for follow up.
• Acts as lead person and assists coders with IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation as required.
• Assists with efforts to increase physician awareness of documentation requirements.
• Prepares case reports and initiates follow-up for billing process.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment.

Physical Effort: Typically sitting at desk or table.

Equipment: Office equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A diploma, certification or degree is not required.
• Certifications: Must have one of the following coding credentials: AHIMA (CCA, CCS, or CCS-P); AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A, or one of the AAPC specialty‑specific coding credentials – the specialty‑specific credential is only valid for that employee’s department).
• Work Experience: No specific work experience is required.
• Skills: Not Applicable.
• Driver’s License: A driver’s license is not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous coding experience or experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Associate degree – Medical Coding & Billing.
• Certifications: No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications.
• Work Experience: No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications.
• Skills: Computer Systems, ICD‑10 Procedure Coding System, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Terminology.

Grade

C10‑H

Salary Range

$25.30 - $37.94 per Hourly

Benefits

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

Pre‑Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre‑employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.