Certified Coding Specialist

Medlink Georgia • Athens, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MedLink Georgia is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) to join our Revenue Cycle team. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, and will be responsible for ensuring accurate coding of diagnoses and procedures to support optimal reimbursement and compliance with federal regulations.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and insurance billing procedures
• Working knowledge of medical chart audits/review
• Knowledge of State of Georgia collection laws
• Proven organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective analytical/computational skills
• Extensive accounting software skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, patients, peers, professional staff and management.
• High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P) or AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• 12 months coding/chart review or related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in E&M & in-office procedure coding along with assigning ICD-10 codes strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Review of electronic medical records initiated by a healthcare Provider.
• Review and verify component parts of medical records to ensure completeness and accuracy of diagnosis and service provided.
• Perform prospective & retrospective chart reviews to confirm accuracy of codes assigned as supported by documentation. This will include International Classification of Diseases(ICD10), Current Procedural Terminology(CPT),Heath Care Financing Administration Common Procedure Coding Systems(HCPCS - all levels, and any other coding classification systems that may be required).
• Analyze medical record documentation for consistency and completeness for coding purposes using established criteria and regulations.
• Examine all documents in the record for authorized signature and patient identification to ensure all documents containsufficientdocumentationtosupportthediagnosisandtreatmentadministered,andtheresultsobtained are adequately described.
• Assist with/complete Accounts Receivable follow-up on outstanding claims for assigned area of focus
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED