Coder I, Radiology, Remote

Address Home Office Remote, KY 40601 Shift First Shift (United States of America) Job Description Summary TBD Job Description The Coder I is responsible for abstraction and assigning valid CPT, ICD-10, HCPCs codes and modifiers to ensure appropriate reimbursement in accordance with federal state, and private health plans as well as organization and regulatory guidance. This role is typically responsible for less complex coding with oversight. Additional Job Description Position Summary and Purpose The Coder I is responsible for abstraction and assigning valid CPT, ICD-10, HCPCs codes and modifiers to ensure appropriate reimbursement in accordance with federal state, and private health plans as well as organization and regulatory guidance. This role is typically responsible for less complex coding with oversight. Procedures with 0-10 global days, labs, x-rays, injections, administration, and vaccines. Essential Functions • Accurately abstracts information from the service documentation, assigns and sequences appropriate CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCs codes into the appropriate billing systems, ensuring compliance with established guidelines • Reviews and resolves coding denials • Completes charges sessions in the assigned work queues in a timely manner • Completes documentation meeting the current EM Guidelines for providers • Ensures documentation meets the Teaching Physician Rules as mandated by CMS and ULH Policies prior to release of a code for billing • Ensures documentation for Advanced Practice Providers meets the payer-specific rules prior to release of a code for billing • Assist Supervisor in training • Provides comments/suggestion relative to weak areas identified in the coding reviews • Provides trending deficiencies to Senior Manager and Compliance Educator, as appropriate Other Functions • Meets or exceeds organizational coding production and quality standards • Participates in special projects and completes other duties as assigned • Maintains daily/weekly communication with office managers, department, and providers. • Ability to work within a team environment and meet monthly goals • Maintain compliance with rules and regulations regarding coding • Responds in a timely manner to questions from manager, providers, department, and representatives • Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct • Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times • Performs other duties as assigned Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification) Education • High school diploma or GED/equivalent (required) Experience • One to four (1-4) years physician coding experience (preferred) Certification • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) accredited by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) (required) • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (CCS-P) or Certified Coding Assistant (CCA) accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) (required) Job Competency Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role: • Understands and applies regulatory changes and stays current with coding updates, including NCCI and MUE edits • Working knowledge of concepts, practices, policies, procedures, standards, systems, and tools applicable to medical records coding, including documentation requirements and medical terminology • Displays a strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to work, both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, with multiple providers and deadline constraints Language Ability • Must be able to communicate effectively, demonstration a high level of professionalism in all communications • Proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and composition expected in correspondence and report preparation Reasoning Ability • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variable in situations where only limited standardization exists • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form Computer Skills • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Chrome, Internet Navigation, and database management Additional Responsibilities • Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times • Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times • Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines • Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members • Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community UofL Health Core Expectation At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by: • Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit • Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve • Working together as a team to achieve our goals • Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback • Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve • Using our resources wisely • Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health