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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Professional Coder 2

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104

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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Department : 05509 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Radiology: Xray Status : Full time,

Benefits Eligible : Yes,

Hours Per Week : 40,

Schedule Details/Additional Information : Monday - Friday 8:00 Am - 5:00 PM JOB SUMMARY : Under general supervision, abstracts and codes hospital based, inpatient hospital, outpatient and ambulatory physician (and mid-level provider) services and special procedures. Uses standard ICD diagnosis and CPT professional coding guidelines, Medicare, Medicaid and other third-party regulations/requirements, as well as internal coding guidelines, in order to provide data for billing and reimbursement. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE : High school diploma or GED equivalent with two years of medical coding experience in a similar environment, or eligibility for internal promotion based on achieving and maintaining Coder level II performance criteria by department for six consecutive months. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION : National coding certification (CPC or CCS). Essential Functions : Responsible for timely and accurate coding of hospital based professional services by reading and/or reviewing medical record documentation to assign and sequence diagnoses and procedure codes according to coding guidelines. Maintains a current knowledge of ICD diagnosis codes, CPT physician service codes, internal codes, and governmental regulations. Accrues sufficient continuing education hours to maintain national coding certification. Serves as a resource for less experienced medical coders. Works collaboratively with team members, Corporate Revenue Cycle, and Compliance Analysts to answer questions and/or resolve issues related to documentation, coding and billing of professional services and/or facility services. Provides physician education to ensure documentation is sufficient for greatest accuracy of coding. Resolves pending charges in the WakeOne coding work queues including claim denial work queues. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Skills/Qualifications : Experience in coding of physician professional services in a teaching environment. Familiarity with Medicare and Teaching Physician Rules. Familiarity with facility fee services within a Provider Based clinic. Ability to meet and maintain performance standards of quality and productivity for Level II Coder by department. Work Environment : Clean, well-lit, comfortable environment. Quiet work area. Pay Range : $26.10 - $39.15 Our Commitment to You : Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more. Compensation : Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Benefits And More : Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. Atrium Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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