Coding Specialist - BRGP Centralized Billing

What We're Looking For:

• Certification in Medical Coding (e.g., CPC, CCS, or equivalent)
• Direct experience in coding for insurance claims
• Specialty coding expertise preferred
• Self-motivated, proactive, and organized with high attention to detail
• Able to meet deadlines and maintain high accuracy in coding and data entry
• 1 year of non-credentialed inpatient Medicare coding experience preferred; or 3 years general coding experience
• High school diploma preferred
• Working knowledge of medical coding systems and Medicare/Medicaid regulations
• Familiarity with HIPAA compliance, patient confidentiality, and safety protocols

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
• Professional development and support
• Variety of employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state

What You Will Do:

• Assign diagnostic and procedure codes to records of discharged patients and coordinate the follow-up on deficient/delinquent discharge records
• Maintain coding accuracy rate of at least 95% and abstracting accuracy of 98%
• Code and abstract records within 3 days of discharge
• Prioritize and sequence coding as directed by supervisor
• Enter data into computerized health information system and ensure accuracy
• Follow up on incomplete charts, request missing diagnoses/procedure details from physicians
• Audit and track chart deficiencies; report missing records within 2 days
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and department regulations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What Sets BRG Apart:

• Compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence
• Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time
• From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters
• Over 600 licensed beds between three campuses
• Physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care

Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.