Coding Specialist

Infinx • New Orleans, LA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the directions of the Coding Services Supervisor and Manager, this position will be responsible for CPT and ICD-10 coding and ensuring accuracy and maximum reimbursement and minimizing denials.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years of experience in medical coding and auditing, and/or customer service
• Nationally recognized coding credential including, but not limited to CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA or RHIT through AHIMA/AAPC.
• 1-3+ years of experience in outpatient physician and/or multi-specialty coding
• Understanding of CPT, HCPCS, CDT, and ICD-10 codes as well as medical terminology.
• Knowledge of medical business and revenue cycle operations
• Functioning knowledge of Office Applications (Word, Excel, Email etc.)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate clearly and concisely to coworkers, clients, patients, and others
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other team members, as well as supervisors, managers, clients, staff, and providers
• Ability to multi-task independently and/or with a team while maintaining respect and professionalism
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple responsibilities in a highly organized, efficient, and effective manner

Responsibilities

• Assigns accurately and sequences appropriately ICD-10 and CPT codes and all applicable modifiers
• Contacts clients as appropriate when documentation in the medical record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes.
• Monitors regulatory and payer changes as they apply to diagnostic and procedure coding
• Research and resolve coding related system edits, payer rejections and insurance denials.
• Identify system edit, payer rejection and insurance denial trends for client policy and procedure improvement.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of the current changes of coding practices by continuing education and reading resource material.
• Other innovative and progressive duties as assigned

Benefits

• Access to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Paid Time Off.
• Holidays.
• Additional benefits, including Pet Care Coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and discounted services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED