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Posted: 24-May-23
Location: Tyler, Texas
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 13808100
***CHRISTUS Health offers this opportunity as a remote position for our Specialty Hematology Oncology & Radiation Oncology division***
***Candidates must reside in Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Arkansas, Georgia, Oklahoma, or Nevada to be further considered for this opportunity***
Summary:
Responsible for maintaining current and high-quality ICD-10-CM and CPT coding of all daily Hematology Oncology services, charge review and claim edit work queues, reconciliation, and coding denials. Via assigned work queues, verifies all charges and code assignments are correct, including the correct application of modifiers. Responsible for resolving Hematology Oncology coding denials. Communicates regularly with providers regarding coding concerns, missing/incomplete documentation, and coding policy updates.
Requirements:
- Completion of an AAPC or AHIMA approved Coding Certificate Program (CPC or CCS); High school diploma or GED
- Two (2) years of Hematology or Radiation Oncology coding for a multi-specialty physician practice
- One (1) year of professional billing, claim denials, appeals, and/or revenue cycle work preferred
- Expert knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, and medical terminology.
- Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial payers coding/billing guidelines and compliance regulations, including medical policy restrictions (LCDs and NCDs)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and research skills, with extreme attention to detail
- Proficient using multiple software applications, including: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
- Ability to meet set productivity and quality standards
- Able to work independently in a remote setting, as well as part of a team
- EPIC, Aria, Epic Beacon, Mosiaq, and Meditech experience preferred
One of the following certifications is required:
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – AAPC
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) – AHIMA
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - AHIMA
- Certified Hematology and Oncology Coder (CHONC) preferred
Work Type:
Full Time
