Coder Ii in Office - Phoenix, United States - Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health

Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Location: 7500 N Dreamy Draw Dr, Phoenix, AZ Potential hybrid starting in a few months.

Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH) is looking for talented healthcare team members to step into our culturally diverse health centers From Scottsdale to Glendale, NOAH provides affordable, high-quality healthcare services.

Serving over 40,000 neighbors, our model of care places patients needs at the center of attention as we deliver comprehensive health services including medical, dental, behavioral health, nutrition, prenatal care, preventive health, eligibility assistance and health education programs.

JOB SUMMARY

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Dental coding experience, a plus.
Assigns and sequences ICD10, CPT and HCPCs diagnostic and procedural codes for outpatient accounts within NOAH. Reviews physician documentation and coding for appropriateness and accuracy and makes corrections following Medicare and AMA coding guidelines. May include abstract coding. Utilizes electronic medical record and computerassisted coding (CAC) software. Addresses NCCI and LCD, and other applicable coding edits.
Complies with coding practices to meet FQHC compliance guidelines and to ensure appropriate and effective reimbursement. Reviews and analyzes medical records for accurate ICD and CPT code selection.
Abstracts information from clinical notes and assigns correct ICD10, CPT and HCPCs codes and modifiers.
Maintains query communication with providers to ensure timely notification of identified documentation issues that may impact revenue or compliance.
Communicates and assists in education with an audience that may include physicians and clinical staff.
Assists Revenue Cycle team with interpretation and selection of appropriate ICD, CPT, and HCPCs codes and /or other information requested for accurate billing and reimbursement. Possesses knowledge and understanding of understanding of claim edits, rejections and denials.
Performs outpatient charge validation/ reconciliation to ensure all charges are posted accurately and timely.
Resolves routine coding issues/problems and appropriately seeks assistance from Revenue Cycle Supervisor.
Keeps supervisor informed of issues/problems and other such activities. Attends, participates, and/or assists in meetings, trainings, community outreach activities, continuing education opportunities, and other activities as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits are available for both full-time and part-time employees

Benefits include:

Medical Coverage
Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Plans
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Retirement 403(b) plus company match
Pet Insurance

NOAH requires all new hires to have received the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine before their start date and be scheduled for their second dose.

New hires who choose to receive the Johnson & Johnson vaccine only need one dose to fulfill this requirement. Reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Knowledge of Dental Coding and Billing strongly preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, knowledge of medical record requirements, HIPAA privacy rules, and assigning and sequencing ICD10, CPT, and HCPCs codes.
Working knowledge of charging and billing processes.
Working knowledge of Medicare, NCCI, LCD, NCD, and other claim edit guidelines and protocol.
Working knowledge of FQHC Billing regulations and compliance auditing.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to selfmotivate to complete required tasks.
Ability to function well in a highpaced and at times stressful environment.
Able to type a minimum of 50 words per minute.
Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED required.
Associates degree in health related field preferred.
2+ years of coding outpatient accounts required.
4+ years of experience in coding complex outpatient accounts preferred.
CPC (Certified Professional Coder), COC (Certified Outpatient Coder), or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician), or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) or other qualified certification through AAPC or AHIMA required.

Other Requirements: