Medical Coding Technician Remote

JOB REQUIREMENTS: OVERVIEW: Reviews and analyzes medical coding documentation to identify and correct discrepancies, resolve pre-bill claim edits, and address complex billing issues and claim denials in accordance with AMA, CMS, and payer guidelines. Collaborates with departmental staff and other partners to provide coding education, research policy updates, and respond to coding review requests while maintaining extensive knowledge of Epic billing systems and professional, outpatient, and inpatient coding practices. Supports all coding functions at or above the Medical Coding 1 level while working collaboratively to achieve departmental productivity goals. SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 hours per week ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reviews, analyzes, and interprets documentation and identifies discrepancies between the code selection and the documentation; corrects them, and presents findings and education to the appropriate partner. Resolves pre-bill claim edits from all areas and as identified by claims scrubbing software. Maintains a close working relationship with departmental staff, frequently querying them and providing education when coding discrepancies arise. Researches and provides education to all partners regarding CMS policies related to outpatient coding, inpatient coding, and professional fee coding, and presents findings to them. Solves complex billing and claim denial issues related to coding by researching policies and guidelines. Demonstrates extensive knowledge of official coding guidelines established by the American Medical Association (AMA), the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and contracted payers. Has a thorough understanding of the differences between professional coding in a clinic setting as compared to professional coding in a hospital setting (outpatient and inpatient), and demonstrates a high skill level in the practical application of that knowledge. Maintains an in-depth knowledge of Epic billing, ambulatory, and hospital modules. Responds to customer concerns through coding reviews requested by other departments. Assists with all coding functions at or above the level of a Medical Coding 1 job description. Works as a team to achieve productivity goals. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High School graduate or equivalent Three years of experience coding professional or hospital services in an outpatient or clinic setting preferred Knowledge of denial management preferred CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE Certified in professional or hospital coding (CPC, CPC-H) or other equivalent coding certification required OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Problem solving skills Excellent written/oral/interpersonal/communication skills Analytical skills Extensive research skills Identify root causes LEVEL OF SUPERVISION N/A SUPERVISES N/A PAY... For full info follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/E8FBB86A0ACD4E7C