Senior Coding Specialist - (Telecommute - Must Reside in TX)

At Houston Methodist, the Sr Coding Specialist position is responsible for applying correct coding conventions to patient charge encounters in a clinical environment. This position abstracts diagnosis and procedural services from the physician record and reviews and corrects charge review and claim edit related coding errors in the electronic health record. In addition, the Sr Coding Specialist position is responsible for reviewing, correcting and appealing coding related claim denials and mentoring and cross training Coding Specialists.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• CPC - Certified Professional Coder (AAPC) OR
• CCS - Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA) OR
• An approved Specialty Society Coding Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

• Knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, and CPT codes

• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel

• Must be a self-motivated individual with the ability to think critically and work independently

• Must have the ability to multi-task in a fast paced rapidly changing healthcare environment

• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, customer service, and interpersonal skills and operates under strict confidentiality guidelines

• Strong training, leadership, and mentoring skills

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs No
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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