Charge Capture Coding Specialist - Government Billing (Remote)

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Charge Capture Coding Specialist - Government Billing for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.

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.

This position can 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. Caregiver must reside in OR, WA, or AK.

JOB SUMMARY

Review documentation and may assign appropriate CPT/HCPCS Level II codes for charge capture and enter data/charges; ascertains the accuracy of the data/charges and resolves claim edits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review, capture and edit charge coding; and may resolve OCE/CCI edits.
• Research and validates transaction and/or charge capture errors.
• Review documentation and may assign CPT/HCPCS Level II codes for charge capture/data entry as appropriate..
• Coordinate charge capture between hospital departments and PH clinics
• Coordinate charge coding and provides internal support to HIM and/or Revenue Cycle to include participation in planning and determining goals/targets and attainment of same. Timely calculation and submission of charge coding and/or correction of claim edits within stated targets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Minimum of two years’ experience in charge capture, claim resolution or related experience required.
• Previous coding and or billing experience preferred.
• Medical office, medical terminology, general HIM, Revenue Cycle, CPT and ICD-10 coding experience preferred.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Proficient with MS Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Mastery of medical terminology preferred.
• Proficient computer and keyboard skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment and decision making skills
• Multitask/detailed oriented

SYSTEM SERVICES PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires fairly light physical exertion from up to 65% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.
• Work is performed under normal working conditions with adequate lighting and ventilation.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (up to 65% of work time).

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