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 a Billing and Coding Specialist to join their team. The primary responsibilities include working on Cardiology, Diagnostics, Echo, Fetal, TTE, Procedure, and Surgery coding queues, reviewing and auditing physician documentation, and working through physician coding backlogs using EPIC. The role also involves selecting levels of codes through E/M and educating physicians when additional documentation is needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Work on Cardiology, Diagnostics, Echo, Fetal, TTE, Procedure, and Surgery coding queues
- Review and audit physician documentation
- Address physician coding backlogs using EPIC
- Select levels of codes through E/M
- Educate physicians and communicate as necessary when additional documentation is needed
Qualifications
- CPC, CCS-P, or CPMA required
- 3 years of PB Coding experience
- E/M Coding experience
- Previous EPIC EMR experience
- Ability to query physicians
- Pediatric Coding Experience (Preferred)
Experience
- 3 years of experience in PB Coding
- Specific experience with E/M Coding and EPIC EMR
Skills
- CPC, CCS-P, or CPMA certification
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and query physicians when needed
Additional Requirements
- Remote work capability
- Flexible hours with start times as early as 5:30 am
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.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
This position requires adherence to state and federal compliance. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and must successfully pass pre-employment background checks and any additional screenings required by the client.
*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.
Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.
*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.
