JOB TITLE
Coder, Physician Billing
FACILITY
LOCATION
PATIENT BUSINESS SERVICES PFS St. Patrick Hospital, Missoula, MT
SHIFT
Day
DEPARTMENT
PATIENT BUSINESS SERVICES PFS
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full Time
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
1-2
EDUCATION LEVEL
Coder, Physician Billing
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Job Details:
The Physician Coder is responsible for assigning ICD-9 and CPT-4 codes to physician fee tickets. Works with RCM Revenue Control Specialist regarding chargemaster needs and issues. Reviews denials related to coding and assists with resolving issues. Assists physicians and billing staff with coding updates and changes. Assists with performing chart audits for monitoring accuracy of ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding. Assists with forms, creation and revision for use in clinical and outpatient settings. Performs related work as required and other duties as assigned. Required to keep current on insurance and coding updates that affect how claims must be billed in conjunction with billers, charge posters, charge master and management.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified coder, CCS-P (AHIMA certification) or CPC (AACP certification).
Experience: 1-2 years previous coding experience in physician setting preferred. Ability to track trend and present findings/recommendations in support of process improvement initiatives to various levels of staff and leadership.
