Medical Billing & Coding Specialist Level III- 403010
Christus Health - Alamogordo, NM
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Description High School diploma or equivalent. Current American Heart - HeartSaver or Basic Life Support (BLS) card Must complete CEU's and keep certification current. Must obtain Certified Professional Coding Certificate within 6 months of employment. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide services based on the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other related criteria appropriate population in his/her assigned area Maintains required core competencies. Complies with set Policies and Procedures (i. e. name tag, dress code, parking, smoking, etc.) Provides second-level review of billing performances to ensure compliance with legal and procedural policies and to ensure optimal reimbursements while adhering to regulations prohibiting unbundling and other questionable practices. Researches, analyzes, and responds to inquiries regarding compliance, inappropriate coding, denials, and billable services, Interacts with clinic staff regarding billing and documentation policies, procedures, and regulations; obtain clarification of conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation. Interacts with appropriate staff to review and/or implement codes and to update charge documents. Ensures strict confidentiality of financial records. Attends coding conferences, workshops, and/or in-house sessions to receive updated coding information and changes in coding and/or regulations. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Requirements Education Required: High School Licenses & Certifications Required: C-Cert Bill and Code Spec C-Heartsaver
Created: 2024-10-20