What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coding/Documentation Specialist (Full-Time) position at The Iowa Clinic?
Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You’re in the right place.
Healthcare here is different – we’re locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa.
By working at The Iowa Clinic, you’ll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.
Think you’ve got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading…
A day in the life…
Wondering what a day in the life of a Coding Documentation Specialist at The Iowa Clinic might look like?
- Maintain a consistent work schedule and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Support coding compliance and optimization for HCC, ICD-10, CPT, and E/M coding.
- Develop, track, and coordinate coding and documentation education programs for providers and staff.
- Deliver coding, documentation, and chart review training to individuals and groups.
- Assist with coding and billing audit programs to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Conduct chart audits and reviews to verify accurate documentation, coding, and billing practices.
- Evaluate diagnoses and documentation to support accurate HCC coding and reimbursement.
- Research coding issues and perform targeted audits to identify and address compliance concerns.
- Prepare and analyze reports on coding accuracy, audit findings, and physician performance metrics.
- Provide regular updates and recommendations to coding leadership.
- Analyze payer denials and identify trends for process improvement.
- Stay current on coding regulations, industry standards, and compliance requirements.
- Support external audits and reviews by coordinating documentation requests and responses.
- Utilize data analytics to identify coding trends, discrepancies, and optimization opportunities.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient, provider, and organizational information.
- Foster positive professional relationships and represent The Iowa Clinic in a professional manner.
- Collaborate with team members and provide support as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
This job might be for you if…
Education
- CMA, LPN, or RN preferred.
Qualifications
- Four years previous clinical or medical office related experience.
- Demonstrated expertise and knowledge of medical coding and terminology, and government and/ or payer regulations and rules required. Experience in chart auditing strongly preferred.
Bonus points if…
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or other AAPC certification equivalent or experience preferred.
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What’s in it for you
- One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
- Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
- Generous PTO accruals
- and paid holidays
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
- Training and development programs
- Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on
- Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic-wide competitions
- Employee rewards and recognition program
- Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
- Employee feedback surveys
- All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication