UMH Sparrow Health System-PHYSICIAN CODING SPECIALIST

Uofmhealthsparrow; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sparrow Health System in Lansing, MI seeks a Physician Coding Specialist to apply CPT and ICD-10-CM codes from clinical documentation, supporting accurate billing and revenue cycle processes.

You will work in a multi-physician practice, correlate diagnoses and procedures, and stay current with coding guidelines. Epic experience is preferred and collaboration with providers and billing staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Certified coding credentials CPC/COC/RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CCS-P required or in progress.
• Membership in AHIMA or AAPC in good standing is expected.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic and procedure coding of provider services according to established guidelines.
• Correlate diagnoses, procedures and modifiers with the medical billing system based on provider documentation.
• Assist with maintaining an effective system for coding and charge processing.
• Stay current with coding changes through continued education.
• Assist with developing and maintaining policies/procedures for coding processes.

Skills

CPC

COC

RHIT

RHIA

CCS/CCS-P

AHIMA/AAPC membership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UMH Sparrow Health System-PHYSICIAN CODING SPECIALIST

Job ID: 56291

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Description

The Coding Specialist provides procedure and diagnostic coding based on documentation in the patient medical record. The Coding Specialist will be responsible for coding daily activities to facilitate the revenue cycle process.

Essential Duties

• Diagnostic and procedure coding of provider services according to established guidelines.
• Correlate diagnoses, procedures and modifiers with the medical billing system based on provider documentation.
• Assist with maintaining an effective system for coding and charge processing.
• Continued medical coding and billing education to remain current with coding changes.
• Assist with developing and maintaining policies/procedures for coding processes.
• Work with other team members, providers, insurance carriers and others to resolve coding issues for appropriate documentation and reimbursement.
• Work with all team members to achieve account receivable goals.
• Responsible for knowledge and use of coding software and all other applicable research tools.
• May provide training as directed.
• Other projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS/CCS-P).
• Current membership in AHIMA or AAPC in good standing (i.e., has paid dues and completed required continuing education).

Work Experience

• Experience working in a multi-physician practice.
• One year diagnostic and procedure coding is preferred.
• One year physician electronic billing experience comprised of all insurance carriers is preferred.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10-CM.
• Knowledge of computer billing systems, programs and applications.
• Detailed knowledge of medical records, anatomy, physiology and disease processes.
• Preferred- EPIC experience.

University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family

Administrative/Clerical

Requirements

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED Status Full-time Facility Sparrow Hospital Experience Level New Grad