Coding & Reimbursement Analyst

Responsibilities

• Completing a periodic review of Physicians’ and Physician Extenders’ charts
• Preparing and distributing feedback to Physicians and Physician Extenders after the review process is completed
• Coordinating and providing additional training to Physicians and Physician Extenders on E&M and ICD-10 coding as needed
• Ensuring ICD-10, CPT (including E&M), and HCPCS coding is performed properly by Physicians and Physician Extenders
• Ensuring the coding is performed according to current industry standards and according to commercial payers’ coding guidelines
• Monitoring changes in ICD-10, CPT (including E&M), and HCPCS coding guidelines regularly, reporting changes to the Compliance Coding Committee, and assisting with implementation of changes
• Attending Coding Compliance Committee meetings
• Attending training classes and seminars
• Performing occasional audits, both routinely and when necessary to identify problem areas
• Assisting other departments with coding-related questions
• Performing other duties as assigned

Minimum education and professional requirements

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P), or equivalent credential required
• Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) credential a plus
• Firm understanding of medical terminology
• Strong understanding of the laws regarding compliance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Two years’ experience working in a medical facility preferred
• Primary care physician (PCP) practice a plus
• Two years’ medical coding experience preferred
• Two years’ medical auditing experience preferred
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours at a time

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Disability, Life and Long Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match)
• Paid Annual Leave
• Volunteer Time Off Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Emergency Leave
• Bank Holiday Pay
• Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family
• Bonuses include: Recruitment bonus

Pay

Salary Range: $56,000 - $66,000 annually, depending on experience.