Charge Coder/Poster

Description

Job Summary:

The Spine Team Texas Medical Coder is responsible for insuring accurate and appropriate coding is maintained for all procedures and physicians. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Spine Team Texas.  The Medical Coder reports directly to the Patient Financial Services Manager.

Spine Team Texas Attributes

In order for Spine Team Texas to meet the goals expressed through the company mission statement, it is imperative that all employees possess the following attributes:

1. Knowledge – The blending of job related education, skills and experience.
2. Quantity – Level of satisfactory output generated in position per unit time.
3. Accuracy – Absence of errors.
4. Judgment – Capacity to make reasonable decisions.
5. Innovation – Imagination and creativity used to better position.
6. Appearance & Habits – Personal habits, grooming, uniform / clothing.
7. Orderliness – Organization of the individual’s work and work area.
8. Courtesy – Respect for feelings of others.  Politeness on the job.
9. Cooperation – Willingness to help others accomplish their objectives.
10. Initiative – Voluntarily starting projects.  Attempting non-routine jobs and tasks.
11. Reliability – Dependability and trustworthiness.
12. Perseverance – Steadfast pursuit of job objectives when faced with unexpected obstacles.
13. Stability – Even temperament. Acceptance of unavoidable tension and pressure.
14. Alertness – Ability to quickly understand new information and situations.
15. Professionalism – Professional actions, communications and attitude.
16. Team work – Ability to work in a team for the betterment of staff, patients, and the Company.
17. Observance – Observance of Company policies and procedures.
18. Attendance – Consistent adherence to work schedule.

Job Responsibilities:

The Charge/Coding Poster will be responsible for ensuring superbills, orders, and operative reports are matched and coded correctly with the appropriate diagnosis codes and CPT codes.  If there are questions, it is this position’s responsibility to communicate to the appropriate provider.   The position is responsible for ensuring the appropriate diagnosis and CPT codes are coded and covered by the policies and guidelines of each payer (insurance carrier). The Charge Poster must balance all batches and charges to all the Provider’s schedules.  During the end of the month, it is the responsibility of this position to balance all charges for the month to match the STT accounting department..

Customer Service

All Spine Team Texas employees are required to maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.  Employees must always speak in a kind, courteous and professional manner when dealing with a patient/customer or co-worker.  Employees are required to fulfill the Spine Team Texas mission of “Offering an Unparalleled Patient Experience!”  All employees must exhibit a spirit of cooperation and positive attitude.  Professionalism is to be maintained at all times.

Team Concept:

Spine Team Texas was founded on a team concept approach.  To build and enhance the team, each employee must contribute positive interaction, promote value and be a “team-player” not only for their unit or department, but for Spine Team Texas as a whole.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Must be able to sit for long periods of time in a well-lit, air conditioned office environment.  Must have ability to lift a minimum of 5 pounds.  Must be able to work under pressure.  Tasks involve no exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements & Position Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent is required.
2. Coding Certificate required.
3. Detail oriented and organizational skills.
4. General knowledge of third party payors, collection laws and procedures.
5. Experience posting payments and charges, and balancing the postings.
6. Computer experience, typing and ability to operate calculator.
7. Possess the ability to work productively, either independently or with other individuals.
8. Proficient in communicating in the English language both written and verbally.