Medical Coding Specialist Certified - University Physicians (Dual-Posted with JOID 56209)

MedStar Health; Columbia Township (MO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Medical Coding Specialist to review complex clinical documentation and assign codes accurately. This position requires specific certifications and entails responsibilities that ensure maximum reimbursement and adherence to regulations. The role allows for remote working options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage.

Paid parental and caregiver leave.

Educational fee discounts available.

Qualifications

• Certifications required: CCA, CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CPC, COC, CIC.
• Experience in medical coding and auditing necessary.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and assign appropriate codes.
• Assist in auditing records and ensuring compliance.
• Conduct training sessions on coding standards and regulations.

Skills

Coding Accuracy

Attention to Detail

Job description

Hiring Department

University Physicians

Job Description

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This position is a dual post linked to Job ID 56209 (Medical Coding Specialist - University Physicians), and the department will be hiring for a total of 7 positions. Final titles will depend on the qualifications of the final candidate.

Review complex clinical documentation and diagnostic results timely to accurately assign codes for diagnoses (ICD-10-CM), procedures (CPT), and applicable modifiers for services provided to assure maximum reimbursement and regulatory compliance.
Assist in the audit of medical records in order to identify potential problems with the coding and reimbursement process such as edits, denials, appeal letter, etc.
Act as liaison between third party payers and assigned departments in order to coordinate all aspects of professional coding.
Provide assistance to faculty, residents and department staff in the standards of medical record documentation and coding of medical records.
Assist in the presentation of training sessions for faculty, residents and staff to inform them of changes made to Medicare billing, federal laws and regulations, and other specific standards and guidelines regarding clinical documentation requirements, procedure and diagnosis coding.
Comply with applicable organization policies; i.e. Quality Assurance, Working Remote, Productivity, etc.
Remote working options available.

Shift

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

One of the following certifications:
--Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
--Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
--Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
--Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); or
--Certified Professional Coder (CPC/CPC-A)
--Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/COC-A)
--Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC/CIC-A) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC); or
Specialty certification per the department needs such as:
--Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC) by the American Medical Accounting and Consulting Inc (AMAC)

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $22.00 - $34.74 hourly
Grade: PAT - 007
University Title: MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST-CERTIFIED
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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