This level 2 coding position provides support to the Department of Neurology. This position is responsible for coding of physician’s fees. This position requires experience in coding and requires a current certification with AAPC or AHIMA. The Coding 2 Specialist reviews, abstracts, and codes treatment and procedure information from outpatient medical records, for the purpose of providing medical coding information for appropriate billing of health care services and professional fees, to ensure physician compliance with Federal, State, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals.

• High School diploma or GED


• Minimum two years of hospital or professional services experience reviewing, abstracting, and coding medical records using ICD-10-CM and CPT coding


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels, physicians, administrative management, leadership, etc.


• In depth knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, Federal Register, Federal and CMS guidelines


• Proficiency with word processing and excel spreadsheets


• Ability to work as a team player


• Basic medical terminology understanding

 

Certification in one of the following coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA:

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)


• Active AHIMA membership may be required for some positions.


• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders.


• OR equivalent certification

• Advanced degree


• Prior Neurology, Professional Diagnostic, Behavioral Health coding experience


• Experience in an academic center


• Prior experience with Epic


• Successful completion of Epic courses

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