Coding Specialist III - Clinical Practice Services

SummaryPerform coding and related duties using established billing office policies in an accurate and timely manner. Primary contact with physicians, department administrators, hospital and/or clinical department administrators and their support staff and billing staff. Coordinates professional service billings for selected clinical departments. Assist in the analysis, development and implementation of new professional service lines related to coding, billing and charge capture.All remote work must be performed within one of the MCW registered payroll states, which currently includes: WI, AL, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IN, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, TN, TX, & UT.Primary Responsibilities CHARGE PROCESSING: Assignment or verification of CPT, ICD-10 CM coding and modifiers based upon documentation. (Subject matter expert in a single specialty and/or crossed trained to cover multiple surgical/medical specialties for abstraction, ambulatory and/or surgical/procedural coding) Resolve edits for electronic charges, following established policies and procedures to ensure that all data elements (claim requirements – CPT, ICD-10 CM, modifiers, provider, billing area, etc.) are applied. Knowledge of EMR’s and electronic charge workflows Serve as a resource to staff for accurate assignment of CPT procedure and ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding for single or multi-specialty services for appropriate reimbursement Resolve edits for electronic charges, following established policies and procedures to ensure that all data elements (claim requirements – CPT, ICD-10 CM, modifiers, provider, billing area, etc.) are applied. Provide out of office coding coverage to other team members. Charge Entry as needed RECONCILIATION OF CHARGES:Monitor charge flow and act as a liaison with managers, department administrators and other billing personnel to assure consistent and accurate chage flow. Work with clinic staff and physicians regarding missing or unclear information that is required for billingCLAIM DENIALS / BILLING ISSUESIdentify, report, and resolve coding and reimbursement issues. Working with physicians, department administrators and other billing office staff, including reimbursement staff. Identify opportunities to reduce denials and enhance revenue.PROTOCOLSDevelop and maintain all protocols related to their assigned areas.PROVIDER EDUCATION Maintain understanding all Teaching Physician and provider documentation policies. Actively participate in new provider orientations. Note and address trends in provider documentation that may impact coding and billing. Knowledge – Skills – AbilitiesAdvanced knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 CM coding, payer, and governmental policies. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Detail oriented. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the team and departmental staff (including administrative staff and faculty). Ability to work independently. Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of EMR’s and electronic charge workflows. Meet or exceed established production rate and performance standards.QualificationsMinimum Required Education: High School diplomaMinimum Required Experience: 3 yearsRequired Certification/Licensure(s): Coding certification (CPC or CCS-P) and/or Health Information Management credential (RHIT or RHIA).Physical RequirementsWork requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.Work EnvironmentOccasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.Sensory AcuityAbility to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. Why MCW? Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options 403B Retirement Package Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Pet Insurance On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview For a full list of positions see: MCW CareersAt MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring – Collaborative – Curiosity – Inclusive – Integrity – Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values defi