Charge Coding Coordinator - Summit Medical Group

Job Description

Job Description

Summit Medical Group is recruiting for a Charge Coding Coordinator which ensures that charges are entered accurately, errors are addressed in a timely manner
and all reports are completed. This is a full time opportunity.

Examples of Duties (List does not include all duties assigned)

• Posts patient charges to the billing system for assigned site locations, using appropriate codes (ICD-10 / CPT).
• Makes corrections to billing information, as appropriate.
• Maintain acceptable performance metrics to ensure superior quality of charge submission.
• Review charges for appropriate high-risk coding.
• Maintains knowledge of carrier specific coding requirements and edits.
• Attends training and other meetings as appropriate; keeps current on revisions related to coding and computer skills.
• Cross-trains other staff in charge entry functions, skills, and updates, as coordinated with the AR Department Manager or Site Manager.
• Maintains work area in neat and orderly manner.
• Maintains strictest confidentiality both internally and externally.
• Actively participates in site-level Quality Improvement Activities. Each employee will contribute to the continual evaluation site performance as well as the implementation and measurement of improvement activities that increase the quality of care provided to patients.
• Maintains Billing and Coding certification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma required.

Experience

Prefer one-year coding experience in a medical office setting or health information associates degree.

Certification/License

Billing and Coding certification required. AAPC (CPC, CRC), AHIMA (CCA, CCS) and NHA (CBCS) accepted.