Northwestern Medicine
Financial Coding Specialist, Oncology Full Time Days $5000 Sign on Bonus
Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Financial Coding Specialist, Oncology Full Time Days $5000 Sign on Bonus
The Financial Coding Specialist aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsible for translating diagnoses and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures into codes using the International Classification of Diseases and Procedures and Current Procedural Terminology systems. Generates accurate claims to insurance companies, verifies infusion documentation and charges, and ensures appropriate modifiers are added. Researches and resolves all inquiries from Revenue Cycle Departments efficiently.
Responsibilities
Utilize technical coding expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes to outpatient visit types.
Assign Evaluation and Management codes for Facility Clinic visits.
Analyze and review clinical documentation to ensure it supports accurate charge capture and appropriate charging for services rendered.
Assign appropriate CPT and HCPCS codes to medical procedures according to coding guidelines.
Collaborate with HB Coding, Revenue Integrity, Patient Accounting, Registration, case managers, and other clinical areas to provide coding reimbursement expertise.
Interpret health record documentation using knowledge of anatomy, physiology, clinical disease process, pharmacology, and medical terminology to report appropriate diagnoses and/or procedures.
Follow ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, Coding Clinic, Coding Clinic for HCPCs, CPT Assistant, interpreting coding conventions and instructional notes to select appropriate diagnoses.
Position offers remote work 2 days a week after initial onboarding is completed.
Additional Functions
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
Six months coding experience in an oncology setting; 2 years of physician and/or hospital billing including infusion billing.
Thorough understanding of Medicaid, HMO’s, PPO’s, and private insurance companies.
Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT, and chemotherapy infusion billing.
Effective in identifying and analyzing problems.
Generates alternatives and possible solutions.
Above average keyboarding and data entry skills.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with physicians and other staff in a collaborative manner.
Preferred
Associate’s degree or CCSP.
CERT CODER certification.
Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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Responsible for translating diagnoses and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures into codes using the International Classification of Diseases and Procedures and Current Procedural Terminology systems. Generates accurate claims to insurance companies, verifies infusion documentation and charges, and ensures appropriate modifiers are added. Researches and resolves all inquiries from Revenue Cycle Departments efficiently.
Responsibilities
Utilize technical coding expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes to outpatient visit types.
Assign Evaluation and Management codes for Facility Clinic visits.
Analyze and review clinical documentation to ensure it supports accurate charge capture and appropriate charging for services rendered.
Assign appropriate CPT and HCPCS codes to medical procedures according to coding guidelines.
Collaborate with HB Coding, Revenue Integrity, Patient Accounting, Registration, case managers, and other clinical areas to provide coding reimbursement expertise.
Interpret health record documentation using knowledge of anatomy, physiology, clinical disease process, pharmacology, and medical terminology to report appropriate diagnoses and/or procedures.
Follow ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, Coding Clinic, Coding Clinic for HCPCs, CPT Assistant, interpreting coding conventions and instructional notes to select appropriate diagnoses.
Position offers remote work 2 days a week after initial onboarding is completed.
Additional Functions
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
Six months coding experience in an oncology setting; 2 years of physician and/or hospital billing including infusion billing.
Thorough understanding of Medicaid, HMO’s, PPO’s, and private insurance companies.
Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT, and chemotherapy infusion billing.
Effective in identifying and analyzing problems.
Generates alternatives and possible solutions.
Above average keyboarding and data entry skills.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with physicians and other staff in a collaborative manner.
Preferred
Associate’s degree or CCSP.
CERT CODER certification.
Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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