Senior Coding & Compliance Specialist

Saint Francis Healthcare System; Myrtle Point (OR); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a full-time Coding and Compliance Specialist to perform medical coding functions related to ICD, CPT, and HCPCS methodologies. Candidates must have at least 3 years of coding experience and a relevant certification. This role offers a minimum hourly rate of $19.74 and promotes a supportive work environment with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of direct experience applying codes.
• At least 1 base certification required.
• Medical coding experience in physician practice or inpatient setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical coding functions relative to ICD, CPT, HCPCS.
• Independently code all services with accepted levels of accuracy.

Skills

Proficient coding at complex services

Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD, and HCPCS coding

Excellent customer service skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY

The Coding and Compliance Specialist performs medical coding functions relative to ICD, CPT, HCPCS coding methodologies.

JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS

Type: Full Time (80 hours per 2 week pay period, with benefits)

Typical hours for this position: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Remote work

Will ONLY consider candidates from the following states: MO, IL, TN, AR, VA

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent - required

Certification & Licensures

• At least 1 base certification - required

Accepted certifications include:

• AAPC - CPC (Certified Professional Coder- Apprentice); CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder); COC (Certified Outpatient Coder); CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder); CPC-P (Certified Professional Coder - Payer); any of the 23+ specialty coding certifications offered by AAPC
• AHIMA - CCA (Certified Coding Associate); CCS (Certified Coding Specialist); CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-Based)

Based on type of coding, the hiring manager may have a preference for a specific certifying organization or a specific coding certification to be discussed at time of interview.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of direct experience applying codes - required
• Must be able to proficiently code at least 1 complex service as defined by leadership. Proficiency is based on the ability to independently code all services performed in the service at accepted levels of accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD, and HCPCS coding and reimbursement required. Medical coding experience in a physician practice, inpatient setting, or outpatient setting strongly preferred. Must possess strong organizational and excellent customer service skills, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Requires use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, copier, credit card machine and fax machine.

Saint Francis Healthcare System is committed to a compensation philosophy that aligns to the fiftieth percentile of the marketplace, while also crediting applicable and/or relevant work experience when computing compensation offers for selected candidates. Internal equity is factored into all offers presented to candidates.

Minimum hourly rate: $19.74/hour

A relevant and up to date general benefits description may be found on our website:

https://www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].

Saint Francis Healthcare System supports the overall health and wellness of our colleagues by discouraging the use of tobacco and nicotine products. If you are selected for a career opportunity with our organization, and are a tobacco or nicotine user, you will be required to complete a tobacco/nicotine cessation program within your first year of employment. This program is free of charge as part of our Employee Assistance Program.