Anchorage, Alaska
Certified Coding Specialist Job Opening in Anchorage, Alaska - Typical Physical Demands: Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. Occasional stress from varying demands. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to lift/carry up to 25 pounds.
Typical Working Conditions : Work is performed in a busy office environment. Frequent contact with employees, patients, physicians and outside agencies. Occasional evening or weekend work
Essential Functions:
Research all information to insure a complete and accurate hospital billing process.
Review external charges for correct coding upon importing into Centricity Practice Management.
Gather charge information from Physicians, NPâ??s and PAâ??s in a timely manner.
Analyze and code procedures using current CPT and ICD-9 codes.
Identify bundled codes using CCI edits.
Charge hospital rounds and verify global periods.
Correctly assign modifiers when required.
Ensure all office and hospital charges are coded and posted for month-end closing.
Assist with coding and error resolution.
Investigates coding problems and formulates solutions.
Provides consultative services to physicians on coding issues.
Interface with patients, family and healthcare professionals to obtain claim preparation information.
Participates in educational activities.
Maintains strictest confidentiality.
Performs related work as required
Education:
Minimum: Some college, preferably with an emphasis on Medical Coding, Medical Terminology and Basic Human Anatomy.
Experience:
Required: Three years of experience in medical office with emphasis on medical coding.
Certificate/License: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required from American academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
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Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Required experience:
Medical Billing: 3 years
Required language:
English
Required licenses or certifications:
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
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