Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy,
quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970.
Billing
Certified Coder
YOUR
ROLE AT NWHS:
NWHS is seeking a qualified Billing
Certified Coder to assist the Billing Manager at the West Salem Clinic to
perform billing coding functions. The Billing
Certified Coder is responsible for routine and complex encounter coding
and will work to ensure appropriate coding of services (CPT-4, HCPCS), and
diagnosis coding based on review of the clinical record. In this rose the BCC
will provide accurate and timely medical, mental health, and /or dental billing
for accurate claim submission while working in partnership and joint
accountability with other team members to achieve department goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will be a
Certified Professional Coder through the AAPC (American Academy of Professional
Coders) with an active certificate and have knowledge of and proficient in
ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding. Candidates must have a basic
understanding of computers, file systems, and report logic and knowledge of
accounting principles as they pertain to charges, adjustments and payments.
Previous relevant work experience preferred. Bilingual in English/Spanish
preferred, but not required.
CORE
COMPETENCIES:
1.
Review
provider coding of services provided; CPT-4, HCPCS,
, and diagnosis (ICD10) for
medical, mental health, and dental
claims.
2.
Review
and respond to coding inquiries submitted by providers. Correct and resubmit
claims based on review of the records, provider input, and payer input.
3.
Work
directly with providers to resolve specific coding issues and act as the
liaison between providers, staff, and outside parties on coding issues.
4.
Work
within the electronic medical record to develop and implement strategies to
make appropriate documentation, and code editing as efficient as possible.
5.
Work
with clinical and non-clinical teams to develop, implement, and communicate
specific coding and documentation guidelines that will meet the need for
complete and consistent clinical data.
Summary of Benefits:
Northwest
Human Services offers competitive wages and a
Generous benefits package that
includes; Medical, Dental, Vision,
Group Life: Short Term & Long Term
Disability, 403(b) retirement plan
with generous employer match and Paid Time
Off.
If you are interested
in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many you can
apply online at:
https://northwesthumanservices.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=155&source=AAPC_Posting
For more
information contact the HR/Recruiting Department at:
NWHS
Administration Office
681 Center St.
NE • Salem, OR 97301
Office:
503-588-5828X843 • Fax: 503-588-5852
EOE