Employer Industry: Healthcare Services
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Work in a collaborative environment with a focus on patient-centered values
- Engage in meaningful work that supports essential healthcare services
- Contribute to optimal reimbursement processes in diagnostic radiology
- Participate in quarterly audits to enhance operational efficiency
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Reconcile and monitor all charge adjustments to ensure accuracy
- Identify late charges and ensure timely posting to patient accounts
- Verify that Imaging Exam codes in the EMR (EPIC) have appropriate CPT and EAP codes
- Review and document imaging charges released from EPIC daily
- Collaborate with various departments to address billing, coding, and reimbursement issues
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Must be a Certified Professional Coder with an Associate degree in Secretarial Science, Business, or a healthcare-related field, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in medical coding with an understanding of third-party payer requirements
- Strong telephone communication, interpersonal, coordination, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment while maintaining professionalism
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to remain calm in high-stress situations
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Previous experience in customer service coordination or clinical settings
- Familiarity with Medicare Medical Necessity, LCDs, and ABNs
- Moderate keyboarding skills and proficiency in using office equipment
- Experience conducting audits in a healthcare setting