Rush University Medical Center
Radiology Coder-21762
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Location
Chicago, Illinois Business Unit
Rush Medical Center Department
PB Revenue Integrity Work Type
Full Time (FTE 0.9‑1.0) Shift
Shift 1 Work Schedule
8 Hr (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) Pay Range
$27.47 – $43.27 per hour Summary
This position is responsible for overseeing the billing, coding guidelines and entire charge capture process for physicians including research charges for Rush University. This includes reconciliation of all charge tickets, assigning ICD‑9, ICD‑10, and CPT codes, correct use of modifier linkage, and ensuring correct coding and billing government guidelines are followed. The individual will play a pivotal contact role with other Rush Departments and physicians to ensure compliance with Rush billing protocols. Required Job Qualifications
Three years’ experience in radiology coding, medical billing setting with active, practical experience with ICD‑9, ICD‑10, and CPT coding. Experience with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid regulations and 3rd party reimbursement. Coding Certification through AAPC or AHIMA. RHIA/RHIT pending eligible. Ability to act independently, as necessary in coding, analyzing, reconciling, and updating billing activity. Strong communication, organization, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Ability to multi‑task. Conscientious work habits, initiative, and dependability. Preferred Job Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree. Radiology certification. Responsibilities
Coordinate outpatient and inpatient physician and/or facility charge capture. Abstract and interpret medical record data to assign appropriate CPT, ICD‑9, and ICD‑10 codes per CMS guidelines and regulations pertaining to coding and billing. Review physician documentation of evaluation and management coding within a patient’s medical record for accuracy and compliance in billing codes. Collect and report missing, incorrect, or incomplete charge slips to supervisor and practice administrator and maintain follow‑up binder system to facilitate complete charge capture. Correct any claim errors relating to coding on charges entered into the work queues. Work and resolve coding denials. Provide education to providers and staff regarding proper workflows and correct coding and documentation practices per state and federal regulations. Attend training sessions and continuing education on current coding practices to stay up to date on physician billing practices. Maintain necessary CME required by AAPC or AHIMA. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Chicago, Illinois Business Unit
Rush Medical Center Department
PB Revenue Integrity Work Type
Full Time (FTE 0.9‑1.0) Shift
Shift 1 Work Schedule
8 Hr (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) Pay Range
$27.47 – $43.27 per hour Summary
This position is responsible for overseeing the billing, coding guidelines and entire charge capture process for physicians including research charges for Rush University. This includes reconciliation of all charge tickets, assigning ICD‑9, ICD‑10, and CPT codes, correct use of modifier linkage, and ensuring correct coding and billing government guidelines are followed. The individual will play a pivotal contact role with other Rush Departments and physicians to ensure compliance with Rush billing protocols. Required Job Qualifications
Three years’ experience in radiology coding, medical billing setting with active, practical experience with ICD‑9, ICD‑10, and CPT coding. Experience with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid regulations and 3rd party reimbursement. Coding Certification through AAPC or AHIMA. RHIA/RHIT pending eligible. Ability to act independently, as necessary in coding, analyzing, reconciling, and updating billing activity. Strong communication, organization, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Ability to multi‑task. Conscientious work habits, initiative, and dependability. Preferred Job Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree. Radiology certification. Responsibilities
Coordinate outpatient and inpatient physician and/or facility charge capture. Abstract and interpret medical record data to assign appropriate CPT, ICD‑9, and ICD‑10 codes per CMS guidelines and regulations pertaining to coding and billing. Review physician documentation of evaluation and management coding within a patient’s medical record for accuracy and compliance in billing codes. Collect and report missing, incorrect, or incomplete charge slips to supervisor and practice administrator and maintain follow‑up binder system to facilitate complete charge capture. Correct any claim errors relating to coding on charges entered into the work queues. Work and resolve coding denials. Provide education to providers and staff regarding proper workflows and correct coding and documentation practices per state and federal regulations. Attend training sessions and continuing education on current coding practices to stay up to date on physician billing practices. Maintain necessary CME required by AAPC or AHIMA. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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