Coding Denial Specialist

ExtensisHR•Durham, NC

8h•Remote

About The Position

Applied Medical Systems (AMS) is a trusted partner for healthcare providers, offering expert medical billing, coding, and practice management services for over 45 years. They are seeking a Revenue Cycle Support Specialist who excels in complex tasks, works independently, and is proactive in finding solutions. This full-time remote role focuses on correcting coding-related denials in Epic and writing appeal letters when necessary, requiring strong technical coding knowledge, a solution-oriented approach, and the ability to maintain high accuracy standards while working independently.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Completion of formal coursework in medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy and physiology, and medical coding and regulatory compliance
Coding certification through AHIMA (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CCA) or AAPC (CPC, COC, CEMC)

Responsibilities

Accurately correct coding-related denials for billing in Epic, including writing appeal letters when appropriate. No phone calls to payers required.
Ensure timely correction and completion of patient accounts to meet established department standards and goals
Maintain 95% accuracy or greater in accordance with department standards
Apply advanced knowledge of medical coding rules and regulations, including compliance, payer policy, CMS regulation, and CCI
Attend meetings as required
Work independently in a remote environment with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Contribute positively to team culture by being willing to assist wherever needed