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Accede Solutions is seeking a Coder Associate to provide standardization, quality, expertise and customer service focus to the Client's Healthcare system. The Coder Associate will have frequent contact with customers/patients, faculty, physicians, vendors, and University personnel.
Primary responsibilities will include performing highly technical professional billing and coding, correlating multispecialty coding, and ensuring adherence to all regulatory billing and coding guidelines. This position will also be required to maintain an excellent working relationship with customers and provide cross-coverage as needed. The Coding Associate must also manage CEUs (continuing education credits) to maintain required credentials.
This position will require the ability to use a computer for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment. The qualified individual must be able to communicate with a diverse patient/customer population. Job Resposibilities:
Coding(85%)-Review and abstract medical record documentation for inpatient, outpatient, procedures and technical services and assign correct CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes and modifiers as applicable to ensure compliant billing. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Utilize applicable software systems (scheduling, registration, EMR, coding, billing) to complete coding transactions. Review and correct pre-claim coding edits. Query providers to clarify documentation questions and/or issues. Communicate effectively and professionally with clinical staff, management, and fellow employees.Compliance(10%)-Ensure adherence to all regulatory coding and billing guidelines. Meet coding quality benchmarks (CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10) established in UKH HealthCare policies and procedures. Continuously communicate with IBU management regarding coding queries, documentation improvement opportunities, etc. Contributes to quality improvement activities of the department and the organization, including participating in internal department and corporate audits.Professional Development(5%)-Reads professional material distributed by IBU management. Attending continuing education activities and other WBTs. Maintains professional credentials. Attend in coding department meetings and educational events. Participates in other professional development opportunities as needed.Must Have skills:
-Attention to detail, accuracy, CPT and ICD-10 knowledge, knowledge of coding and billing software, HIPAA, and regulatory compliance and time management skills.
-1+ Year Experience
