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Coding Specialist

Univer. of Kansas Schoo
Posted a month ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Wichita, KS 67278, US

Salary

$18 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position requires verifying behavioral health progress notes for completeness before coding and ensuring appropriate insurance coverage prior to claim submission.
  • Candidates should have one to two years of related experience and preferably an Associate Degree or Coding Certification.
  • The role involves applying correct linkage between CPT and diagnosis codes, conducting chart audits, and maintaining current knowledge of coding updates and insurance policies.
  • Salary is commensurate with years of experience, and reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
  • Additional skills required include proficiency in Microsoft programs, familiarity with medical EMR software, and strong oral and written communication abilities.

Work Schedule: M-F; variable work schedule 

Pay is commensurate upon years of experience 

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for verifying all behavioral health progress notes for completeness prior to coding. Verifies behavioral health insurance is appropriate prior to claim submission. Stays current on coding updates and insurance requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Applies appropriate linkage between CPT and diagnosis codes on claims; verifies progress note matches claim data.

Performs chart audit reviews and provides feedback to physicians.

Verifies all inpatient behavioral health physician walk sheets within the Medical EMR software.

Responsible for staying current on insurance coding updates and policies.

Attends various professional development programs on a regular basis.

Creates new patient demographics within the Medical EMR software.

Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Other duties as assigned.


Education: Associate Degree preferred or Coding Certification

Experience: One to two years related experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Computer Skills

 Basic knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel)
 Medical practice EMR software experience
 Tenkey pad

Certificates & Licenses

 Certified Professional Coder

Other Requirements

 Medical Terminology
 Familiarity with coding and insurance guidelines
 Multitasking Ability
 Oral and written communication skills
 Accurately work multiple Medical EMR systems 
 Accurately code progress notes and submit clean claims




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