Charge Entry (64547)

United Digestive•Atlanta, GA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the ICD and CPT coding, charge entry and claims processing of office E&M charges, office procedures, imaging, infusions, labs and other services performed by the physicians and mid-level providers of AGA, LLC.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
2-3 years of coding and/or medical office and billing experience.
Advanced knowledge in E&M Coding preferred
Skills and knowledge of EMR software functionality and operations
Proficiency in multiple Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge and ability to respond to claims questions and denials

Nice To Haves

CPC PREFERRED
Specialty clinical experience in Gastroenterology experience preferred

Responsibilities

Accurate coding and claims submission of services provided by AGA, LLC providers, including assigning the correct ICD and CPT codes
Reviews and analyzes patient records to determine accurate levels of coding and other billable services
Researches coding and claims questions thoroughly in order to maintain high quality standards
Ensures that appropriate modifiers are assigned when needed to claims
Work with billing company on billing, denial, and appeals
Works denials in a timely manner and creates solutions to prevent future denials
Understands and maintains payer edits in practice management system
Provides support to office managers and staff in determining accurate coding and billing practices
Participates in coding audits and educational endeavors as directed by the Charge Entry Manager and/or Revenue Cycle Manager
Cross training within department for coverage as needed
Continues personal education by attending seminars and classes as needed
Stays up to date on changes and updates to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and diagnosis codes (ICD-10)
Understands and abides by CMS and other payer guidelines in coding and billing
Meets or exceeds quality and productivity standards as set by the Charge Entry Manager and/or Revenue Cycle Manager
Answers emails and voicemails and returns calls in a timely and efficient manner
Completes requests for information from other AGA, LLC staff and ensures that they are handled promptly and effectively to guarantee payment on patient accounts
Abides by and promotes HIPAA compliance; maintains strictest confidentiality with regards to patient information
Participates in staff meetings as directed by the Charge Entry Manager and/or Revenue Cycle Manager
Cross trains and performs other practice functions as directed by the Charge Entry Manager and/or Revenue Cycle Manager
Any other duties and/or special projects as assigned
Provide a high level of quality patient care and customer service at all times
Productivity based assignments to be completed within time frame assigned
Plan, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks as delegated by the Charge Entry Manager and/or Revenue Cycle Manager
Ability to work under pressure; assess, respond, and communicate issues in a timely manner
Maintain composure and set a professional example to patients and coworkers
Communicate clearly with patients and coworkers through the telephone, email, and in-person
Interpret and apply clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures