Provider Coding Specialist - REMOTE

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Provider Coding Specialist for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.  Hourly compensation starts at $21.30, more depending on experience.

This position will be performed fully remote. If telecommuting, PeaceHealth will provide the caregiver with necessary computer equipment. It is the responsibility of the caregiver to provide Internet access.

Must reside in Washington, Oregon, Texas or Alaska.

Responsible for ensuring accurate and consistent procedural/diagnostic coding and documentation, timely and complete charge capture, and correction/resolution of insurance claim denials and patient disputes due to coding issues.

Details of the position:

• Processes billing system claim edits and reviews CPT/ICD-10 coding and medical record documentation submitted by providers for accuracy prior to billing.
• Reviews claims denied due to coding issues and makes corrections/recommendations for corrections.
• Assists providers and PFS billing/reimbursement staff with coding questions.
• Researches coding/compliance issues utilizing regulatory and medical informational resources.
• Collaborates with other coding staff to identify trends and issues with provider coding practices and edits, reviews monthly edit and denial reports to make recommendations for provider and staff education.

What you bring:

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, diseases, procedures and therapies.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in physician professional coding in a medical care facility, billing office or medical records department preferred.
• CPC (Certified Professional Coder); Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) or CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based), RHIT or RHIA preferred. If not currently certified, must obtain within one year of employment.
• Proficiency in coding Professional Inpatient and/or Ambulatory Care, Emergency Department and Outpatient medical records with ICD-10 CM and CPT4 classification systems with expertise in one or more specialty area.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications including Excel and Word.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.

For a full description of the position, or for questions, please email [email protected]

 Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.  EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.