Senior Coding Specialist - Anesthesiology - Remote - Nationwide
About The Position
As a Senior Coding Specialist, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. You are a vital member of the Coding team, reviewing physician documentation on medical charts and assigning correct CPT and ICD-10 codes in accordance with payer statues and regulations. At Vituity we know the impact you can have. Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done. Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Certificate of completion of a medical coding course that includes medical terminology required.
- 1-2 years of coding experience required.
- Some level of experience in “hands on” patient care; basic knowledge of pathology and etiology of disease, body areas and organ system desired.
- Knowledge of pathology and etiology of disease, body areas and organ systems.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology.
- Thorough understanding of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD 10).
- Must have critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet production and quality standards.
- Must have excellent judgement and reasoning abilities to make appropriate medical decisions.
- Accurate data entry skills.
- This dedicated and self-motivated person demonstrates attention to detail which promotes accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize workflow and work autonomously.
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Nice To Haves
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review and comprehend Clinician documentation for various complex specialty practice lines on multiple coding platforms.
- Apply Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD 10) codes in accordance with all Federal, State, and private payor statutes and regulations.
- Notify Clinician of insufficient or ambiguous documentation and request clarification using the turnaround document (TAD) process.
- Stay current with coding practices by attending scheduled educational sessions and seminars.
- Monitor timekeeping for accuracy and notify Associate Manager, Coding of corrections.
- Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.
- Assist with special projects.
Benefits
- Superior health plan options
- Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
- Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%
- Outstanding Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks’ vacation, Paid holidays, Sabbatical
- Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
- Professional and Career Development Program
- EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included
- Wellness program
- Commuter Benefits Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
