Location: Remote

Position Summary:

Reviews and codes clinical notes and operative reports for minimum of one specialty. Provides feedback and documentation advice to the physician, practice management, and other coders. Works with denials team to resolve coding related denials. Documents recommendations for updated coding edits. This person serves as a key promoter of Central Coding and is responsible for setting the tone of Coding Physician Service Center as a service organization, continuously seeking to understand, meet, and exceed customer expectations and needs.

Supervisor - Manager Coding

Supervises - None

Duties (included but not limited to)

* Reviews and codes clinical notes and operative reports for assigned specialty/specialties.

* Coordinates and reconciles multiple schedules to ensure complete charge capture.

* Charge entry of codes into billing system in a timely manner.

* Work in conjunction with A/R team on follow up and resolution of coding related denials and rejections, including recommendation of new/updated coding edits.

* Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations through pertinent materials.

* Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings, educational programs, conferences, etc.

* Assist in the development of coding education programs for in-service meetings.

* Maintains strictest confidentiality.

* Available to assist and direct the practice and coding operations team or other appropriate staff in surgical documentation, billing, coding, and reimbursement issues.

* Performs related work and projects as required.

* Practice and adhere to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement".

* Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Communication - communicates clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, utilizing proper punctuation and correct spelling

* Customer orientation - establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations

* Interpersonal skills - able to work effectively with other employees, patients, and external parties

* PC skills - demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and others as required

* Policies & Procedures - demonstrates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and systems

* Basic skills - able to perform basic mathematical calculations, balance and reconcile figures, and transcribe accurately

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Experience

A minimum of three years of Radiation Oncology coding and/or reimbursement experience is required. Relevant education may substitute for the experience requirement. Knowledge of medical terminology anatomy and physiology is preferred. Knowledge of pathophysiology is preferred.

Certificate/License- ROCC

Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC required

We offer competitive benefits such as:

• Competitive salary
• Full Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Three weeks of paid time off (120 hours) annually
• Seven paid holidays annually
• Job-related education reimbursement, CEU, and credentials