What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ambulatory Biller / Coder position at Upstate University Hospital?
Job Summary :
Under the general guidance of the Ambulatory Billing Manager, the Ambulatory biller / coder is responsible for monitoring, auditing, and identifying negative trends in hospital billing. Provides support to staff in the respective areas as needed. Responsible to add, remove, and prioritize diagnosis codes received from clinical departments, physicians, and Financial Service staff to ensure claims are billed and / or resubmitted with appropriate coding. Responsible to assist ambulatory departments with coding issues and / or questions to ensure claims are billed compliantly and accurately based on medical record documentation.
Minimum Qualifications :
Associates degree and two (2) years relevant patient financial / insurance services experience in a healthcare related setting or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required. Strong communication skills, analytical, and interpersonal skills necessary. CBCS, CPC, CCA, or equivalent coding certification required.
Preferred Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Healthcare related field. Two years of healthcare billing or coding experience.
Work Days :
Mon-Fri 8 hour shift between 6am-6pm
Message to Applicants :
RecruitmentOffice : Human Resources
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