Medical Coding Specialist

Hiring Department University Physicians Job Description #upjobs This position is a dual post linked to Job ID 58429-MCS-C- University Physicians, and the department will be hiring for two positions Review complex clinical documentation and diagnostic results timely to accurately assign codes for diagnoses (ICD-10-CM), procedures (CPT), and applicable modifiers for services provided to assure maximum reimbursement and regulatory compliance. Assist in the audit of medical records in order to identify potential problems with the coding and reimbursement process such as edits, denials, appeal letter, etc. Act as liaison between third party payers and assigned departments in order to coordinate all aspects of professional coding. Provide assistance to faculty, residents and department staff in the standards of medical record documentation and coding of medical records. Assist in the presentation of training sessions for faculty, residents and staff to inform them of changes made to Medicare billing, federal laws and regulations, and other specific standards and guidelines regarding clinical documentation requirements, procedure and diagnosis coding. Comply with applicable organization policies; i.e. Quality Assurance, Working Remote, Productivity, etc. Remote working options available. Shift Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Minimum Qualifications Completion of a coding certification program or equivalent training to obtain certification using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and the CPT-4 coding systems. One (1) year of related medical records coding experience may be substituted. One of the following certifications within one (1) year as a condition of continued employment in this job classification: Certified Coding Associate (CCA) Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); or Certified Professional Coder (CPC/CPC-A) Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/COC-A) Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC/CIC-A) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC); or Existing staff in this title as of 2014 are grandfathered from the certification requirement. Preferred Qualifications Medical office technology, or a related background along with CPC or CCS-P preferred. Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $19.15 - $24.69 hourly Grade: PAT - 006 University Title: MED CODING SPCLST Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume. Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr