Billing & Coding Specialist
Atlantic Vision Partners, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Description
Responsibilities include:
Extracts relevant information from patient records and acts as liaison with providers and other parties to clarify information
Examines documents for missing information; corrects information as needed
Assigns CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes
Performs patient chart audits and provides coding feedback and education to clinical team as needed
Answers questions, advises, and trains providers and staff on medical coding
Ensures compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines; understands the application of each code set
Maintains current knowledge regarding coding and diagnostic procedures
Works towards compliance in all aspects of coding, participates in compliance activities as requested, and conducts/participates in provider coding reviews and education, as requested
Maintains practice management system by entering accurate data, verifying and updating insurance, and claims information, and keys payments received into the system
Prepare, review, submit, and follow up with clean claims to various companies/individuals
Follows HIPAA guidelines when accessing and sharing patient information
Maintains patient and business confidentiality
Provides timely and professional customer service, verify discrepancies by and resolve patient billing issues, answer questions from patients, facility staff, and third-party vendors.
Supports additional coding, billing, and practice management projects as needed
All other duties as assigned
Requirements
Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
Performs highly complex and varied tasks requiring independent knowledge and its application to a variety of situations, as well as exercising independent judgment.
Requires the use of office equipment such as copiers, scanners, computers, telephones, and fax machines.
May view computer screens for long periods of time.
Must be able to prioritize activities when faced with competing demands.
This position may have remote work capabilities and must have the skill set to work independently, exercising sound judgment and maintaining high productivity levels.
High school diploma or equivalent
Certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
1-2 years' experience as a medical billing and coding specialist
Willingness to submit to a background check
Benefits & Perks We’ve got you covered in more ways than one! As a full‑time employee, you receive medical, dental, vision, a 401k plan, long‑term disability, and life insurance. Pay is determined based on qualifications and experience. You will also get:
Paid vacation and holidays (+ two floating holidays)
Tuition reimbursement opportunities
Referral bonus opportunities
Discount on designer eyewear
Paid certified accreditation program
Physical Requirements
Exerting up to twenty‑five pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Must have close visual acuity to perform an activity including viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, interpretation, etc.
Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods of time.
Cognitive Requirements
Executes tasks independently.
Learns and memorizes tasks.
Maintains concentration/focus on tasks.
Performs task in a demanding environment requiring multi‑task and prioritize work.
Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily.
Compliance training and testing is required annually and as needed.
Ready to Join Our Team?
Apply Now!
Atlantic Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
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Extracts relevant information from patient records and acts as liaison with providers and other parties to clarify information
Examines documents for missing information; corrects information as needed
Assigns CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes
Performs patient chart audits and provides coding feedback and education to clinical team as needed
Answers questions, advises, and trains providers and staff on medical coding
Ensures compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines; understands the application of each code set
Maintains current knowledge regarding coding and diagnostic procedures
Works towards compliance in all aspects of coding, participates in compliance activities as requested, and conducts/participates in provider coding reviews and education, as requested
Maintains practice management system by entering accurate data, verifying and updating insurance, and claims information, and keys payments received into the system
Prepare, review, submit, and follow up with clean claims to various companies/individuals
Follows HIPAA guidelines when accessing and sharing patient information
Maintains patient and business confidentiality
Provides timely and professional customer service, verify discrepancies by and resolve patient billing issues, answer questions from patients, facility staff, and third-party vendors.
Supports additional coding, billing, and practice management projects as needed
All other duties as assigned
Requirements
Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
Performs highly complex and varied tasks requiring independent knowledge and its application to a variety of situations, as well as exercising independent judgment.
Requires the use of office equipment such as copiers, scanners, computers, telephones, and fax machines.
May view computer screens for long periods of time.
Must be able to prioritize activities when faced with competing demands.
This position may have remote work capabilities and must have the skill set to work independently, exercising sound judgment and maintaining high productivity levels.
High school diploma or equivalent
Certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
1-2 years' experience as a medical billing and coding specialist
Willingness to submit to a background check
Benefits & Perks We’ve got you covered in more ways than one! As a full‑time employee, you receive medical, dental, vision, a 401k plan, long‑term disability, and life insurance. Pay is determined based on qualifications and experience. You will also get:
Paid vacation and holidays (+ two floating holidays)
Tuition reimbursement opportunities
Referral bonus opportunities
Discount on designer eyewear
Paid certified accreditation program
Physical Requirements
Exerting up to twenty‑five pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Must have close visual acuity to perform an activity including viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, interpretation, etc.
Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods of time.
Cognitive Requirements
Executes tasks independently.
Learns and memorizes tasks.
Maintains concentration/focus on tasks.
Performs task in a demanding environment requiring multi‑task and prioritize work.
Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily.
Compliance training and testing is required annually and as needed.
Ready to Join Our Team?
Apply Now!
Atlantic Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
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