Coding Specialist I - Hybrid

Cherry Health • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full time, benefit eligible position typically working Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. This is a hybrid position with staff working onsite at our downtown Grand Rapids location Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The coding specialist is responsible for the management of charge entry on a daily basis for assigned Cherry Health sites/programs. Must adhere to the organizational Policies, Procedures, Code of Ethics, and all licensing and accreditation standards of the position. Must represent the organization’s Mission in all actions and communications.

Requirements

• Ability to read and write
• Ability to perform or willingness to learn computer-based tasks
• Ability to deal with the public, colleagues, and professionals in a courteous and pleasant manner
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of health insurance policies and payer guidelines
• High school graduate or GED required.
• Must work toward certification from a certifying body dependent on assigned specialty. Examples are the following: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Certified Coding Specialist Professional (CCS-P) Certified Dental Coder (CDC)
• Two years’ experience as a coder in a healthcare setting preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills may be helpful

Responsibilities

• Process the Claim Reproduction report on a daily basis which includes correction of primary claims (rebills) and secondary claims.
• Process daily charges off of pending internal and external report.
• Meet daily quota (assigned by Supervisor).
• Process daily reports that coincide with daily processing of charges.
• Generate, review and update the unbilled report on a weekly basis.
• Post claim adjustments on a daily basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees