Coding Specialist

UKSM-W Medical Practice Association Behavioral Health Coding Specialist Department:

Billing Services Job Status:

Full Time FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Reports To:

Manager of Billing Services Work Schedule:

M-F; variable work schedule

Positions Supervised:

None

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for verifying all behavioral health progress notes for completeness prior to coding. Verifies behavioral health insurance is appropriate prior to claim submission. Stays current on coding updates and insurance requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Applies appropriate linkage between CPT and diagnosis codes on claims; verifies progress note matches claim data. Performs chart audit reviews and provides feedback to physicians. Verifies all inpatient behavioral health physician walk sheets within the Medical EMR software. Responsible for staying current on insurance coding updates and policies. Attends various professional development programs on a regular basis. Creates new patient demographics within the Medical EMR software. Reliable attendance and punctuality. Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s) Accuracy

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Analytical Skills
• Ability to use reasonable thinking to problem solve. Communication, Oral
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Communication, written
• Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. Confidentiality
• Must maintain strictest confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA regulations and policies. Detail Orientated
• Ability to pay attention to every detail of a project or task.

Honesty / Integrity

• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Organized
• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Problem Solving
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related issues. Responsible
• Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Time Management
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work assignments within given timeframes. Working Under Pressure
• Ability to complete assigned tasks under strict deadlines.

Education:

Coding Certification required and Associate Degree preferred

Experience:

One to two years related experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Computer Skills Basic knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel) Medical practice EMR software experience Tenkey pad Certificates & Licenses Certified Professional Coder Other Requirements Medical Terminology Familiarity with coding and insurance guidelines Multitasking Ability Oral and written communication skills Accurately work multiple Medical EMR systems Accurately code progress notes and submit clean claims

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities Lift / Carry Stand O (Occasionally) 10 lbs. or less F (Frequently) Walk O (Occasionally) 11-20 lbs. O (Occasionally) Sit C (Constantly) 21-50 lbs. O (Occasionally) Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) Reach Outward F (Frequently) Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally) Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally) Bend O (Occasionally) Push / Pull 12 lbs. or less O (Occasionally) 13-25 lbs. O (Occasionally) O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5+ hrs./day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33%

• 66% of the time (2.

5-5.5+ hrs./day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day) To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account