What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL CODER - ONCOLOGY position at Toledo Clinic?
General Summary
Responsible for application of CPT and ICD-10 codes to all procedures performed for a given date of service for The Toledo Clinic, as well as tracking of patients seen and working all eCW claims for denials, errors.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Consistently arrives at work on time and adheres to regular work schedule.
- Codes visits utilizing the ICD-10 and CPT codes from patient visit documentation.
- Demographic registration/updates for all patients.
- Enters charges into claim entry in eCW.
- Monitors, submits, correct all claim activity.
- Create workflow processes to ensure accuracy and accountability.
Other Essential Duties May Include but Are Not Limited To
- Assists patients and/or insurance companies with billing and authorization questions.
- Coordinate with providers to ensure all visits are accounted for utilizing hospital call schedules, census/rounding sheets and appointment schedules.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Required:
- Consistently arrives at work in appropriate/professional attire.
- Completes all tasks within established time frame.
- Knowledge of ICD10 and CPT codes and manuals required.
- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.
- Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
- CPC or CCS-P or able to pass Toledo Clinic’s comprehensive coding test.
- Adheres to all clinic policies and procedure.
Education:
- HS diploma or GED required.
Preferred:
- Medical coding education.
- Previous coding experience.