Lynnwood, Washington
Charge Entry Coding Specialist Job Opening in Lynnwood, Washington - Puget Sound Gastroenterology P.S. has an exciting career opportunity for a Charge Entry Coding Specialist to join our Patient Financial Services (PFS) Team at our Corporate Office in Lynnwood. We are a physician-directed organization providing comprehensive gastrointestinal medical services to patients and referring physicians in the Puget Sound area.
This focus has given our medical team an unparalleled expertise in this specialized area. Our entire staff is committed to providing the highest quality medical care that is appropriate to the needs of our patients. We provide this care with compassion and consideration for the comfort and concerns of those we serve.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Ability to work independently as well as under the guidance/direction of the PFS Manager and the Coding Lead.
Gathers information and reviews medical records required to correctly code and enters charges into GMed (EMR System)/Centricity (Practice Management System).
Codes claims in accordance with CMS (Medicare), DSHS, other insurance billing regulations and guidelines.
Enters charges into the patient accounting system which includes both data entry and managing automated uploads as well as some patient registration data entry.
Resolve claim edits identified by the system and by knowledge of coding standards
Conducts audit review of records (Diagnosis, CPT, HCPCS, Medical Records) to ensure full compliance as defined by NCD coding guidelines.
Edits Claims in GMed EMR to ensure clean claim and timely submission.
Assigns ICD-10 codes to hospital inpatient charges.
Answer and resolve patient phone inquiries.
Education and Experience:
Minimum 2 years previous medical billing office experience.
Coding Certification (CPC) preferred, however, will accept candidates that are working towards a CPC, or will be within 6 months of hire.
Two or more years? experience with Centricity (Practice Management System) is highly desirable.
Familiarity with medical terminology and billing practices, including ICD-9/10 and CPT codes.
Familiarity with medical insurance coverage information.
Proficient in speaking and writing English.
Skilled typing. 10 ? Key by touch and basic knowledge of Word & Excel preferred.
Our ideal candidate:
Enjoys working independently as well as with other team members.
Has the ability to maintain sustained concentration and attention to detail.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions, conflicting demands, and deadlines.
Possesses a positive attitude and treats others with courtesy and professionalism.
The Corporate Office of Puget Sound Gastroenterology in Lynnwood is a great place to work and advance in your career. You'll find a collaborative team of co-workers, great benefits, as well as a beautiful office environment. And we enjoy 8 paid holidays per year!
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Puget Sound Gastroenterology (PSG) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PSG does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, protected veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
Medical Billing And Coding: 2 years
Required license or certification:
Coding Certification (CPC)
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