Clinical Coder

Think Aksarben • Omaha, NE

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Coder is responsible for performing and ensuring the accurate and timely completion of patient record coding. This role serves as the educator, subject matter expert, and liaison for all coding matters. The Clinical Coder investigates and resolves coding related issues and leads the process improvement efforts to minimize inefficiencies, enhancing the patient experience.

Requirements

• Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10, and CPT codes.
• Knowledge of Evaluation & Management coding.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to coding.
• Skill in using a computer and a variety of software, including Electronics Health Records (EHR) software, Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Skill in communicating in a professional manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to act as a good representative of the company.
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Coding or equivalent experience required.
• Certified Procedure Coder (CPC) through National American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

Nice To Haves

• Local involvement in AAPC
• 2+ years of coding experience in a primary care setting
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC)
• Prior medical coding audit experience

Responsibilities

• Perform coding activities to assure accurate completion of coding for all patient records including review of each charge submission for accuracy, addition of appropriate modifiers, scrubbing of claims, preparation for insurance submission, and closing of clean batches.
• Analyze medical records for complete documentation and directly communicate with providers for clarification on any documentation that is incomplete or inaccurate.
• Remain current on all coding related regulations, standards, guidelines, industry trends, and Medicare announcements.
• Educate physicians, clinicians, and other healthcare staff on changes to coding policies, standards, regulations and advocate for proper documentation practices.
• Investigate and problem solve all contractual obligation (CO) denials received from the billing staff on charges reviewed and coded.
• Inform billing staff of the proper correction needed to reprocess the denied claims.
• Investigate and resolve all patient requests relating to the billing and coding of patient visits and subsequent bill received.
• Improve patient experience by being inquisitive, responsive, innovative, and flexible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree