Coding Specialist II-Profee Neuropsychology

Savista • Remote - AZ, AZ

3d • $22 - $35

About The Position

At Savista, the Pro Fee Coder reviews clinical documentation and assigns and sequences diagnostic and procedural codes for designated patient types to support hospital or physician data retrieval, billing, and reimbursement. The Coder II may validate APC calculations for hospitals and reviews documentation to abstract clinical data accurately and meet regulatory and compliance requirements. The role may involve interacting with client staff and providers.

Requirements

• Successfully pass the pre-employment skills assessment.
• Hold an active AHIMA credential, including RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CCA; or an active AAPC credential such as COC (formerly CPC-H), CCS-P, CPC, or a related specialty credential.
• Have two years of recent and relevant hands-on coding experience.
• Know medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, and ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS code sets.
• Consistently code at a 95% quality threshold while meeting client-specific and/or Savista production and quality standards.
• Have proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to enter data and sort and filter Excel files; Outlook, Word, and Excel are specified.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills with internal and external customers at all levels.

Nice To Haves

• Recent and relevant experience in an active production coding environment.
• An associate degree in Health Information Management or a healthcare-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Rcx, Cerner, or NextGen.

Responsibilities

• Select and sequence ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS codes for designated patient types, including ancillary/diagnostic or recurring services, hospital and clinic records, physician professional fees, technical fees, and evaluation and management, including associated chart capture.
• Review and analyze facility records to ensure APC assignments and/or evaluation and management codes accurately reflect documented diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstract clinical data after reviewing documentation to ensure it supports the selected diagnoses, procedures, and discharge disposition.
• Complete assigned work using appropriate resources; support client staff with data integrity, clarification, compliant coding practices, and provider queries as needed.
• Maintain patient and provider confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Participate in client and Savista staff meetings, trainings, and conference calls as requested or required.
• Maintain current knowledge of ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS, coding guidelines, government regulations, protocols, and third-party coding or billing requirements.
• Participate in continuing education to enhance knowledge and skills and maintain current credentials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed