Medical Coding Specialist

Department: Patient Fin. Services Shift: Day Working Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Summary: Works closely with the Revenue Integrity Coordinator, PFS and other revenue cycle departments to resolve issues, make recommendations and provide solutions related to patient charges, auditing and revenue management. Identifies revenue management opportunities, conducts charge reconciliation to ensure optimal charge capture, reimbursement, and compliant revenue. Other information: Minimum of one (1) of the following licenses or certifications required: LPN, CCS,CCA, CPC, or COC. Three years experience in health care industry, with at least one year experience in an accounting-type or financial position preferred. Knowledge of CPT, HCPCS and ICD-9 coding conventions. Knowledge of regulatory publications, how to access and interpret. Minimum of one year of hospital revenue cycle processes or prior exposure to the health care revenue cycle leadership and management experience highly desirable. Ability to compile and analyze data and make cursory recommendations. Highly organized, self-motivated, with demonstrated critical thinking skills. This job will be authorized 80.00 hours bi-weekly. #J-18808-Ljbffr