Kettering Health · 4 days ago

Certified Coder - Medical Group - Remote - Kettering - FT

1827 Woodman Center Drive, Kettering, OH, US

Full-time

Remote

Entry Level

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Responsibilities

Responsible for coding and abstracting all inpatient and outpatient patient records using ICD-9-CM and CPT/HCPCS coding rules, federal guideline and KMCN guidelines.

Supports hospital’s accounts receivable goals through timely processing of records and physician record completion activities.

Impacts delivery of quality patient care and enhanced clinical decision making process.

Supports clinical outcomes measurement and assessment process for service lines.

Completes assigned duties and other related tasks.

Identify accounts, which may have potential reimbursement problems and initiate corrective action to minimize any financial losses.

Use and maintain computers, fax machines, copy machines, printers, and other office equipment necessary for efficient processing of patient information and documents.

Prepare and bill accounts promptly ensuring their accuracy and completeness.

Direct patients toward appropriate payment options when need is demonstrated.

Initiate financial evaluation process where indicated for uninsured or underinsured patients.

Evaluate accounts to insure all 3rd party reimbursement has been exhausted.

Initiate appropriate follow-up on accounts at proper intervals.

Research credit balances to assess disposition of funds and process as directed by departmental policy.

Evaluate and submit accounts for appropriate disposition or preparation for outsourcing.

Other administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to: sending, receiving and distributing faxes and emails, researching, following up with and answering questions for patients and staff, file maintenance, creating reports, memos and forms, maintaining inventory and office supplies.

Any other duties relating to the business operation of the medical practice that may be assigned by the physician(s) or practice office manager.

Qualification

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ICD-9-CM codingCPT codingBilling experienceMedical terminologyFinance experienceAccounting experienceComputer literacyCourteousTactful