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Coding Coordinator - Remote

Employer
ALN Medical Management
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Jan 29, 2022

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Industry
Healthcare
Function
Program Manager
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
The Coding Coordinator is responsible for coordinating resolution of assigned complex coding denials, and questions related to claims coding for ALN clients. The Coordinator will perform auditing of offshore coding for quality assurance and education. Collaboration with assigned client/RCM teams, providing education on coding denial trends and/or opportunities for coding improvement and documentation requirements.The Coding Coordinator will also perform provider audits, document findings and share outcome results and recommendations to the client and provider in conjunction with the ALN Coding Educator and Supervisor.The Coding Coordinator will also create presentations, develop learning material, and provide feedback to internal and external customers on denials and coding improvements.Responsibilities to include:Adheres to ALN's Coding Code of Conduct Policy.Maintains knowledge of ICD10 and CPT classifications and coding of diagnoses and procedures.Demonstrate extensive knowledge of clinical documentation to help ensure the use of proper diagnostic and procedure code assignments.Monitors coding work and trends, providing education where opportunities are identified. Able to apply policies and procedures on documentation and coding consistent with state and federal regulations.Monitors payer policies based upon client's region. Applies specific payer policies and procedures with documentation and coding as required.Ability to work independently, making appropriate clinical decisions for assigned client coding denial work queues. Understand the impact to the provider and client while maintaining compliance.Responsible for quality monitoring audits for offshore coding for assigned clients and educationCoordinates coding guidance to billing team, offshore and clients working closely with the Coding Supervisor and Coding Educator. Performs and prepares audit results and special projects as assigned.Other duties as assigned.RequirementsMinimum: Associate Degree in Health Information Management or related field is preferredDemonstrated proficiency in multiple physician specialty coding as normally obtained through 3-5 years of current and progressive coding experience Coding Certification: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A) with 1+ years of medical billing experienceModerate to advanced knowledge of CCI edits, NCDs/LCDs and be able to accurately apply knowledge to coding Excellent time management and attention to detail are criticalAbility to research answers that are not readily availableAbility to work independently and collaborate in team environmentsAbility to articulate communicate and coordinate education to achieve highest resultsComputer savvy with Microsoft Suite Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams; uses for day-to-day work productionExperience with Athena Centricity Practice Management and or NextGen is a plus, as well as other physician-based PM systemsThrives in a deadline-driven, fast paced environmentActively supports changeInspires respect and trustBenefitsFlexibility401(k) with Company MatchHealth, Dental, Vision and Disability InsurancePaid Time Off, Holidays and Volunteer HoursEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramsWellness Program

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