Clinical Coder II

Classification Title:

Clinical Coder II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of professional medical coding experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/ American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) required.

Job Description:

The Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is recruiting for a Clinical Coder II. This position is responsible for charge entry for both Medical and Dental procedures, CPT/ICD-10/HCPCS/ADA coding, and queuing insurance claims for services rendered.

Duties Include:

Extract billable services from the patient charts, apply appropriate Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) codes, Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) and American Dental Association Dental Procedure Codes and enter these services in AxiUm for submission.  Work closely with faculty, fellows and the Residents in the respective Divisions to provide education on correct coding, proper documentation to maximize physician reimbursement, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

Inform financial counselors and faculty of important changes in coding and reimbursement.  Schedules and facilitates education sessions to providers in regards to documentation, reimbursement, and compliance. Develops and maintains documentation standards for coding and documentation training to communicate to the providers individually and/or in groups. Provides feedback to provider regarding billing and coding and works with provider to resolve these issues to ensure accurate coding. 

Works closely with treating providers to research problems and maximize revenues and preventing errors.  Researches coding issues through all available resources, including but not limited to professional associations, federal and private payer guidelines, and coding networks-  

Attend continuing education courses, seminars, conferences, and meetings

Responsible for filling in during an OMFS financial office staffing shortage for financial counseling of patients and other assigned responsibilities as deemed necessary. 

Expected Salary:

$22.12 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.

Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.

UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.

UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers!

Explore UF’s plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of professional medical coding experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/ American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) required.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of various rules, regulations, and procedures for billing private insurance companies, Medicare, Medicaid for patient treatment.
• Experience with insurance billing.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Aptitude for effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Capacity for understanding and applying applicable rules, regulations and policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes