You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an Inpatient Coder to lead and oversee the coding team. The primary responsibilities include reviewing accounts after coders, responding to coding escalations, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee a team of 11 coders.
- Review accounts post-coding and work with Claimedics.
- Provide support and conduct research for provider office staff on coding-related questions.
- Ensure compliance and revenue related to reimbursement is coded and billed within appropriate timelines.
- Maintain departmental standard work and stay updated on coding and billing guidelines.
- Assign ICD-10-CM diagnostic and procedure codes accurately for professional or facility coding.
Qualifications
- Working-level knowledge of the English language is required.
- High School Diploma and/or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
- CPC, CCS, and/or CCS-P certification required (Excludes apprenticeship classification).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Experience
- 5-8 years of facility and/or pro-fee coding experience required.
- Knowledge in coding compliance criteria for all patient encounter types preferred.
Skills
- Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong communication and research skills.
Additional Requirements
- Must be willing to work PST hours from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
- Available for candidates in Texas, Arizona, Utah, Florida, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
