What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Coding Specialist position at Midstate Radiology Associates?

Job Description

Join Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) as a Full Time Medical Coding Specialist in our Business Office in Wallingford. Candidates must be in commuting proximity to Wallingford - this positon is fully on-site.

Position Schedule : Mon - Fri, 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM or 8 : 30 AM - 5 : 00 PM (subject to change based on operational need).

Compensation : MRA offers competitive starting compensation based on qualifications and experience. The starting rate for this position is between $19.50 and $26.67 per hour.

Key Accountabilities :

Reviews report in PACS / Epic / Imagine and appropriately links ICD-10 diagnosis codes with procedure codes following American Medical Association (AMA) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines.
Monitors incoming / submitted billing, reviewing order verification, and tracks deficiencies therein.
Interprets and applies Local Coverage Determinations (LCD) / CCI edits directives and carrier-specific policies to demonstrate medical necessity and ensure appropriate and timely payment of claims.
Maintains positive written and verbal communications within the office contacts practice physicians to assist in resolving billing inquiries.
Contributes to departmental goals and deadlines by adhering to month-end procedures and verifying that all charges have been captured (within a five-day lag).
Maintains minimum quality scores based on the review of work completed.
Demonstrates a commitment for learning and self-improvement. Participates in Webinars or other training and seeks opportunities to develop coding and billing acumen.
Logs into the ACD line for in-coming billing inquiries from patients, practices and others.

Qualifications Guidelines :

Education & Experience :

High school diploma or equivalent required.

CPC, CCS, or CMC Coding Certification required (AAPC or AHIMA)

1-3 years of experience with medical billing and coding is preferred.

Experience working with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and medical billing system preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

Customer service principles and practices.

Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally.

Understand and follow specifications and instructions.

Good computer and calculator skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Ability to set priorities, be organized, and be a self-starter.

Knowledge of medical terminology and general coding concepts.

Knowledge of accounts receivable practices and the FDCPA.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient records.

Physical Requirements :

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Other physical requirements include speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes; vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.; and good manual dexterity.

Our team at Midstate Radiology Associates benefits from a diverse workforce and we welcome anyone to apply :

Midstate Radiology Associates is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

To learn more about Midstate Radiology Associates, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, please visit our website : www.MidstateRadiology.com

Shift Schedule : Mon - Fri 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM or 8 : 30 AM - 5 : 00 PM

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Salary : $20 - $27

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