Coder Certified (Hybrid) Physicians Billing Service

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Performs advanced coding and appeal activities; investigates payer issues; responsible for timely filing of appeals to insurance companies; handles charge corrections.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Reviews the documentation in the record to identify all pertinent facts necessary to select the comprehensive diagnoses and procedures that fully describe the patients conditions and treatment.
• Codes evaluation and management to appropriate CPT code and codes diagnosis to appropriate ICD-9 code.
• Meets with physicians to review documentation resolve coding and secure signature of all unsigned dates of service tagging files for follow up.
• Acts as lead person and assists coders with IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation as required.
• Assists with efforts to increase physician awareness of documentation requirements.
• Prepares case reports and initiates follow-up for billing process.

Working Conditions :

Job Location / Working Conditions :

Physical Effort :

Equipment :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education :

A diploma certification or degree is not required.

Certifications :

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Specialist - Physican based (CCS-P) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice (CPC-A) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Certified Professional Coder - Hospital (CPC-H) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Certified Professional Coder - Hospital Apprentice (CPC-H-A) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Work Experience :

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills : Not Applicable

Drivers License :

A drivers license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications

Education :

Associate degree - Medical Coding & Billing

Certifications :

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience :

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills : Not Applicable

Grade

C10-H

Salary Range

$25.30 - $37.94 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please email or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure / certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and / or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.

Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays / coinsurance.

Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!

Family

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.

WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies detailed benefits and eligibility please visit : Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race ethnicity color national origin age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability protected veteran status or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

Key Skills

Collection And Recovery,Banking,ABAP,Insulation,Investment Management,Client Services

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 25 - 37