Coding Specialist

Bristol Hospice•Salt Lake City, UT

13h

About The Position

As a Bristol Hospice Coding Specialist, you are responsible for the review of medical documentation to ensure all codes are entered accurately. This position will also meet coding deadlines, resolve coding holds, assist Medical Billing Specialists in resolving rejected claims and provide training to the branch locations in medical coding, ICD10, etc. Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity.

Requirements

Must have a minimum two (2) years of experience in Medicare/Medicaid coding
Hospice experience preferred
Coding certification from AAPC, AHIMA or equivalent, preferred

Responsibilities

Track admissions to ensure all admits are coded
Review necessary information (H&P, NIA, physician notes) on all new admits and recerts for coding
Input primary diagnosis and comorbidity codes as documented by clinical staff
Comply with all ICD-10 and CMS guidelines
Obtain additional documentation as needed from branch locations
Meet coding deadlines to support timely submission of NOE
Follow up with coding holds to ensure timely resolution
Update diagnosis codes when needed
Train the branch locations regarding medical coding, as needed
Maintain effective communication with locations including timely response to emails and/or phone calls
Assist Medical Billing Specialists in resolving coding issues for claim submission
Must comply with company policies, procedures and processes in addition to Hospice rules and regulation
Other duties as assigned