Coding Reimbursement Specialist I - Mid Revenue Cycle

Overview

Accepting applications from candidates residing in the below states:

AL, CO, FL, GA, ID, KS, KY, ME, MI, NC, SC, VA, VT

Salary: $21.66-$32.49/hour

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

Job Summary

Performs assignment of ICD and CPT codes in cases of low to intermediate complexity.

Essential Functions

• Performs ICD and CPT coding of provider (professional) services and verifies that all requisite charge information is entered.
• Appends limited modifiers, e.g., -24, -25, -59.
• Codes minor surgical procedures.
• Assigns Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes.
• Performs reconciliation process to ensure all charges are captured.
• Processes automated or manually enters charges into applicable billing system.
• Researches, answers, and processes all edits associated with claim and coding submission.
• Processes charges on a timely basis and communicates with team members to be sure department guidelines regarding timeliness are met.
• Communicates with providers related to coding issues that are of low to intermediate complexity.
• Assigns E/M codes from provider documentation.

Physical Requirements

Works in a fast-paced office/hospital environment. Work consistently requires sitting and some walking, standing, stretching, and bending.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School Diploma or GED required. CPC, CPC-A or equivalent coding credential required. Some coding, medical billing and/or clinical experience preferred. Maintains coding certification (CPC, CPC-A, CCS, RHIT, RHIA). Annually reviews new and revised CPT and ICD codes. Understanding of and familiarity with regulatory guidelines including NCDs and LCDs. Working knowledge of coding, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.