Certified Coder (Hybrid) - Physicians Billing Service

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Performs advanced coding and appeal activities; investigates payer issues; responsible for timely filing of appeals to insurance companies; handles charge corrections.

Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsible for appealing claims denied by third-party payers. Creates appropriate letters and compiles documentation to substantiate the validity of claims. Investigates and problem solves reimbursement issues in collaboration with other coding staff and faculty. Works directly with physicians and other clinical staff as needed to provide documentation feedback and to develop appeals. Researches payer policies and processes. Review clinical documentation in the medical record to identify all pertinent facts necessary to select the comprehensive diagnoses and procedures that fully describe the patient's conditions and treatment. Works with coders and IBC staff with medical terminology and policy interpretation as required. Codes evaluation and management services to the appropriate CPT code level. Ensures ICD codes are linked appropriately to services provided. Responsible for charge corrections when necessary. Works assigned Epic Work queues, CRM tasks, and reviews remittance advice for rejections and accuracy of payment amounts as needed. Identifies invoices that have been rejected per department criteria. Perform accounts receivable (AR) functions in the Epic billing system, including updating insurance information, demographics. Special projects as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions:

Normal office environment. Work in the office one day per month.

Physical Effort:

Typically sitting at desk or table.

Equipment:

Office equipment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Certified Coding Associate (CCA)

• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Certified Coding Specialist
• Physican based (CCS-P)
• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), Certified Professional Coder
• Apprentice (CPC-A)
• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), Certified Professional Coder
• Hospital (CPC-H)
• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), Certified Professional Coder
• Hospital Apprentice (CPC-H-A)
• American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job Required Qualifications:

Must have one of the following coding credentials: AHIMA (CCA, CCS, or CCS-P); AAPC (CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, CPC-H-A, or one of the AAPC specialty-specific coding credentials (the specialty-specific credential is only valid for that employee's department).

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous coding experience or experience equivalent to an associate's degree in a related field. Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.

Preferred Qualifications Education:

Associate degree•

Medical Coding & Billing Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Computer Systems, ICD-10 Procedure Coding System, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Terminology Grade C10-H Salary Range $25.30

• $37.

94 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Q:

Can I create a job alert to notify me when jobs of interest are posted?

A:

Yes! After you create a Candidate Home account, you can set up and manage job alerts to be sent to you either daily or weekly, according to the filters you select. You can add, edit, or delete job alerts at any time. You will need to opt in to communications from WashU when you set up your first alert and will only receive alerts for jobs posted after the alert has been created. Set alerts today so you do not miss any new opportunities! Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care. WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems. We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world. Useful Links Who We Are Human Resources Benefits Living in St. Louis Frequently Asked Questions Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Regulatory Postings Know Your Rights:

Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster (English; Spanish)