Coding Specialist 1

Air Methods; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Coding Specialist to ensure medical records are reviewed and coding aligns with CMS guidelines to accurately document patient conditions.

You will review accounts from multiple data sources, enter and validate billing information, and index documents in the electronic records management system while maintaining communication with crews to obtain missing data.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years related experience.
• 1-2 years healthcare experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ICD-10, HCPCS, and CPT coding conventions.
• CPC or CCS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review accounts to assign applicable codes according to CMS guidelines.
• Enter and validate all information needed for billing.
• Maintain contact with crew to collect missing or revised documentation.
• Review and resolve items on coding reports.
• Index documents into the electronic records management system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-2 years healthcare experience

Coding experience

CPC or CCS certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

The Coding Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all records are reviewed, and the medical documentation is compliant. Assign appropriate codes according to CMS coding guidelines to document patient condition.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Review accounts using information from multiple data bases to assign applicable codes; Enter/validate all additional information needed for billing
• Maintain contact with crew member/company to collect missing or revised documentation
• Review and resolve all items on coding reports
• Confirm all documents are indexed into the electronic records management system and index all corrected/missing paperwork
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 0%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1-2 years’ experience working in the healthcare industry; preferred
• Coding experience; preferred
• Familiarity of ICD-10, HCPCS, and CPT coding conventions; required

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Novice customer service and phone skills
• Able to work independently and in a team setting

Computer Skills

• Intermediate Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS); preferred

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Minimum pay

USD $36,875.00/Yr.

Maximum Pay

USD $53,450.00/Yr.

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)