Medical Coding Specialist

Minnesota Urology P.A.•Bloomington, MN

3d•$26 - $33•Hybrid

About The Position

Minnesota Urology is looking for a dedicated Coding Specialist to join our team! This role is Monday-Friday with no weekends, holidays, or evenings. Eligible for Hybrid Work Options after a minimum of 90 days in office. The primary objective is to accurately link ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes to daily charges, ensure these codes are updated and reviewed regularly for accuracy, monitor physician and physician extender coding practices, and ensure that all charges are accounted for and entered in a timely manner.

Requirements

Completion in one of the following programs required within first year of starting in the position: CPC through AAPC, CCS though AHIMA, RHIT through AHIMA, RHIA through AHIMA.
Previous EMR experience required.
Alpha and 10-key proficient.
Ability to examine medical documents for accuracy and completeness.
Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instruction.
Ability to analyze work methods to effectively organize work, make improvements, and correct problems.
Ability to multi-task and switch gears based on workflows and situations requiring immediate action.
Knowledge of basic insurance policies, procedures and reimbursement practices.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of coding experience preferred.
Previous independent specialty physician practice experience preferred.
Experience with Athena preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

Accurately link ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes to daily charges.
Ensure ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes are updated and reviewed regularly for accuracy.
Monitor physician and physician extender coding practices.
Ensure that all charges are accounted for and entered in a timely manner.
Represent Minnesota Urology in a professional manner related to appearance, communication and the maintenance of patient and company confidentiality.
Work as a team member.
Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, co-workers, management, and providers.
Effectively incorporate the use of technology into day-to-day tasks (Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, NextGen and UroChart).
Examine medical documents for accuracy and completeness.
Prepare records in accordance with detailed instruction.
Analyze work methods to effectively organize work, make improvements, and correct problems.
Multi-task and switch gears based on workflows and situations requiring immediate action.
Remain up-to-date and knowledgeable of coding procedures as well as current with federal legislative changes that affect outcomes.
Support the goals and objectives of Minnesota Urology.
Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.