Physician Enterprise Remote Coder PB Surgical Gastroenterology

Corporate; Ormond Beach (FL); Remote; USD 27,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Ormond Beach, FL is seeking a Coding Specialist to edit and review charges and medical documentation for office and hospital services. You will enter charges into the EMR, verify patient demographics and insurance, and resolve documentation discrepancies with the coding team.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of physician-based coding experience (E/M and surgical) and holds CPC, CPC-A, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, RHIT, or CBCS credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2+ years of physician-based coding experience (E/M and surgical).
• Certification: CPC, CPC-A, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, RHIT, or CBCS required.

Responsibilities

• Edit and review charges and medical documentation to determine codes.
• Review outpatient/inpatient procedure reports and enter charges in EMR.
• Communicate documentation discrepancies with coding staff and supervisor.
• Create patient charts and enter demographics and insurance information in EMR.
• Verify data entry accuracy and attach insurance/authorizations to encounters.
• Assist with escalated coding questions and act as a resource.

Skills

CPT/ICD-10/HCPCS knowledge

NCCI/MU/MUE edits

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

EMR usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Billing software

Job description

Coding Specialist

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

770 W Granada Blvd

City:

Ormond Beach

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32174

Job Description:

Edits and reviews captured charges and medical documentation to determine appropriate codes and modifiers for services rendered in office and hospital settings. Reviews outpatient and inpatient procedure reports, abstracts appropriate procedure codes, and enters charges into electronic medical records. Communicates documentation discrepancies with coding support staff and coding supervisor. Creates patient charts and enters demographics and insurance information into electronic medical records when applicable. Verifies data entry of patient demographics, insurance, and hospital charges for accuracy. Accurately enters and attaches insurance and authorizations to patient encounters in electronic medical record. Serves as a coding resource and assists with coding questions as needed. Assists coding supervisor with escalated coding questions from team members and physician practices. Maintains open communication with coding team and coding supervisor. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Substantial knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, and modifiers for outpatient and inpatient surgical procedures.
• Substantial knowledge of NCCI, MU, MUE edits and bundling guidelines.
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft software.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively operate equipment such as PC, web/tele-conference.
• Current knowledge of E&M and surgical coding.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain required documentation needs to physicians and staff via EMR system.

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• 2+ years of experience in physician based coding for both e&m (outpatient/inpatient) and surgical procedures [Required]
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) [Required] OR
• Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A) [Required] OR
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) [Required] OR
• Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) [Required] OR
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA) [Required] OR
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) [Required] OR
• Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) [Required]

Pay Range:

$19.96 - $37.11

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

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This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.