Coordinator Medical Coding/Claims (Remote) - Pediatrics Central Administration

* Resource to inpatient coders and assists in training new coders. Performs quarterly scheduled coder and ad-hoc coder audits. Assists with in-patient coder assignments based on Epic daily Work Que volumes.* Resolves Epic edits and other appeals requests to ensure timely billing and accurate billing. Reviews coding and billing reports to ensure accuracy. Identifies issues that require Epic ticket generation.* Provides feedback to Supervisor on the status of outstanding physician deficiencies and other concerns that may affect daily workflow.* Manages Epic Work Ques to identify encounters that drop out of the Coder’s filtered work que view; identifies coding topics/issues for monthly coder meetings.* Acts as Lead Coder covering coding assignments as needed at multiple hospital locations and multiples divisions. Reviews documentation to determine proper CPT and ICD-10 codes for E & M services, procedures, and tests provided by department physicians. Cross-covers for Coding Supervisor as needed.* Maintains coding certification.* Develops/implements plan for information intake and claims processing from submission to payment.* Coordinates with staff to determine special project needs, budget information; submits documentation and implements process modifications.* Monitors schedules and processes to provide effective follow-up, system maintenance and claims completion.* Reviews process maps and claims history and organizes and oversees training courses relative to process developments.* Serves as liaison between department and associations, vendors, public relations offices, etc. regarding coding/claims and special project processes.* Provides testing processes, test results review and secretarial support for routine and special projects.* Establishes mailing list, filing and contact source lists.* Provides backup for front desk, answering telephones, mailing out results and other duties.- Sends queries to providers, as well as, documentation feedback. Works closely with Pediatric Compliance Manager on coder and physician education. Pulls notes, creates spreadsheets, and meets with physicians and administrators as requested.* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.* WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.Yes. Due to the unique needs of each search, the selection process may occur at different paces for open positions. Individuals are encouraged to apply to all open positions of interest for which they meet the Required Qualifications.Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care.WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems.We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.**Useful Links****Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.**Regulatory Postings**Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster(; ) #J-18808-Ljbffr