Medical Billing Coder

Under the direction of the Associate Director/Revenue Manager, the Medical Billing Coder / Professional Fee Coder will be responsible for front-end billing functions from procedural & diagnosis coding and charge entry to contacting physicians for documentation tracking and updating. Working under direct supervision acquires knowledge of revenue cycle coding practices and concepts. Developing proficiency to manage 500 - 1000 code combinations to include Evaluation and Management Services as well as simple to moderately complex testing and procedural code services. The coder will work to acquire and master all entry-level coding functions including assigning appropriate CPT and Dx codes, associated modifiers, appropriate NCCI edits, resolving coding edits and RFIs as well as basic entry-level revenue cycle duties. Other duties may include assisting other Departments as needed/assigned. The Analyst Coder I, must be flexible and adept at juggling multiple tasks with competing priorities. Duties include researching billing/coding questions, working the billing work queues with various billing staff, training and auditing front and back-end billing processes, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Required Qualifications : A fundamental understanding of coding (CPT and ICD-9) and documentation requirements (for both billing and compliance), and the billing submission process. Must be able to pass all classes related to the UCSF Medical Center’s computer systems as well as related UCSF coding and billing applications. May include off-site billing systems from partner hospitals Detail-oriented, with organizational skills and the ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, and complete assignments consistently on schedule. Knowledge of database, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Basic communications skills, with the ability to interpret and present clinical financial information clearly and concisely. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn to evaluate workflows and systems. Interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment with internal staff in a wide variety of business and clinical areas.

Note: The position is based in Emeryville, California and one must work 7:30-4:30, in our office for the first six months. After completion of the six period, one's performance will be re-evaluated for the opportunity to work remotely a few days a week.

Certification: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or licensure equivalent to be evaluated by FPRMO management.

For immediate consideration - please apply on-line: https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=6495&siteid=5861&Areq=78294BR

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.50 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $38