Coding and Compliance Specialist- Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Perform compliance audits for designated clinicians/centers consistent with established audit protocols and Nationally recognized guidelines.
• Meet the production and QA standards as set out in Concentra Coding and Compliance policies.
• Analyze audit findings and Identify/assess potential compliance risks related to coding and billing and notify clinical leadership regarding outliers.
• Schedule meetings to present audit findings and be available to meet with clinicians via Zoom as their schedules dictate, accommodating calls outside of normal working hours when the need arises.
• Aid CBO's with reconsideration, appeals process and coding support as requested.
• Participate in special projects and collaborate with other departments to support coding, auditing, and compliance initiatives.
• Provide clinician support, education and training related to the quality of documentation, level of service, procedure and diagnosis coding consistent with established coding guidelines and standards.
• Assist Medical Leadership in development of clinician training plans and for active support in the training process under guidance of coding leadership.
• Maintain awareness of Coding and State Workers' Compensation changes to ensure that most current information is available.
• Ensure adherence to all State and Federal guidelines applicable to coding, billing and documentation compliance for Worker's Compensation in all served markets.

Requirements

• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.
• Athorough knowledge of state specific worker's compensation coding and billing guidelines is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Education Level: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Certifications And/or Licenses: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Must maintain a coding credential from AAPC or AHIMA organization. Must complete CEUs to maintain this credential bi-annually or as required by the organization
• Must maintain membership to the AAPC or AHIMA organization
• Job-Related Experience: At least three (3) years of experience working as a certified CoderA At least 2 years in coding and compliance/clinical audit field
• Job-Related Skills/Competencies: Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies Coding and auditing experience Moderate to advanced computer skills with programs such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access and similar databases Working knowledge of routine and non-routine concepts, practices and procedures within billing and coding Strong understanding and application of Evaluation and Management Guidelines Strong process and time management skills High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Organized and ability to analyze multiple sources of data Excellent written, oral communication Able to work independently and as part of a team Able to multi-task Ability to meet multiple deadlines Expertise in scheduling and facilitating Training and presentation skills (in person and virtual) Familiarity with state specific workers' compensation regulations Coding analytics experience Additional Data: 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental Plans Life & Disability Insurance Paid Time Off Colleague Referral Bonus Program Tuition Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Dependent Care Spending Account Employee Discounts We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation , if required. *This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management*

Pay

Base compensation rate in the range of $28.81 to $33.13 hourly depending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience, geographic location where the work is performed, and/or seniority.

Schedule

1st shift / standard business hours (Monday–Friday)