Reimbursement & Medical Coding Specialist

MU Health Care; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

MU Health Care is seeking a detail-oriented medical coding professional to review clinical documentation and apply ICD-9-CM and CPT codes for accurate billing and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with faculty, residents, and departments to ensure proper documentation and coding practices.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, problem-solving in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and supporting operational excellence in reimbursement processes while serving as a trusted resource for

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with accurate data extraction and coding.
• Strong analytical skills for accuracy in billing and reporting.
• Familiarity with regulations, coding guidelines, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and diagnostic results to assign ICD-9-CM and CPT codes for billing and reporting.
• Coordinate professional and technical billings/collections with university departments and outside agencies.
• Screen records for potential liability issues and resolve audit discrepancies with payers.
• Interpret documentation to determine principal diagnosis and procedures for appropriate reimbursement.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Healthcare compliance

Education

Associate degree in medical coding or related field

Job description

MU Health Care is seeking a detail-oriented medical coding professional to review clinical documentation and apply ICD-9-CM and CPT codes for accurate billing and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with faculty, residents, and departments to ensure proper documentation and coding practices.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, problem-solving in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and supporting operational excellence in reimbursement processes while serving as a trusted resource for