Certified Medical Coder
US Oncology, Inc.•Peoria, IL
61d•$18 - $28•Onsite
About The Position
Illinois CancerCare is seeking a highly organized Certified Professional Coder (CPC) to join our team as. As a Coding Specialist, you will translate descriptions of medical diagnoses and procedures into codes which record health care data. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a detail-oriented environment and enjoys being a key part of a collaborative team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Certified Professional Coder Certificate Required.
- Experience related to the duties & responsibilities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists office staff, physicians and other providers with coding inquiries, billing and documentation policies, procedures and regulations; interacts with physicians and other providers regarding conflicting ambiguous or non-specific medical documentation, obtaining clarification of same.
- Audits coded data to assure compliance with government and payer regulations.
- Analyzes and interprets complex patient medical records to identify and determine amount and nature of billable services in any clinical area.
- Ensures strict confidentiality of financial and medical records.
- Exports Charges from EMR into the Billing software system. Processes all claims through the billing software following documented processes to ensure claims are sent to the payers as clean claims.
- Research inquiries from providers, patients and payers about fees, reimbursements and denials.
- Attend coding conferences, workshops and in-house sessions to receive updated coding information and changes in coding and/or regulations.
- Performs all other duties as requested or required.
- Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and Illinois CancerCare policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)
- Special wellness programs - Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts through our Perks Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
