Wolcottwoodandtaylor

Ambulatory Coder

Chicago

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 15 days ago

ExcelEpicICD-10CommunicationWritingMicrosoft Office

About the role

The Ambulatory Coding and Reimbursement Specialist is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and accurately coding ambulatory and/or hospital-based encounters.

Interprets outpatient office visit notes and charge documents to determine services provided and accurately assign CPT, Modifiers, and ICD-10 coding to these services.
Performs comprehensive review of encounter note to assure all vital information such as patient identification, signatures, attestation, and dates are present in the record.
Collaborates with Coding Management for special coding and billing projects if assigned.
Customer orientation - establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations.

Maintains active coding credentials and CEU's required for coding roles.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
PC skills - demonstrates high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel, and others as required.
Certified professional coder CCS-P, CPC, RHIT or RHIA through AAPC or AHIMA with a minimum of two years' experience with CPT/ICD-10 coding of multispecialty services preferred.
Must have high level of discretion and judgment.

Responsible for maintaining continuing education per certification requirements.
Clear understanding of protocols and procedures in a medical office including health information management, confidentiality, and safety.
Organize and prioritize responsibilities while remaining flexible to changing demands.
Knowledge and understanding of medical coding and billing systems and regulatory requirements
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