Revenue Cycle Coding Coordinator- Ochsner Health- Remote

Weve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942 but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve heal lead educate that every award earned every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner whether you work with patients every day or support those who do you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Education

Required -High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Required -Analytical interpretive communication decision-making judgment and technical writing skills

Preferred - Coding review experience in ICD-9-CM / ICD-10-CM

Certifications

Required -Certification from an accredited Billing and Coding trade school OR successful completion of the companys coding intern program

Certified Professional Coding certification required within 6 months of employment (CPC CPC-H CIC CPC-P CANPC CCC CEDC CEMC CGIC CGSC CIRCC or COSC)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout required job processes.
• Analytical interpretive communication decision-making judgment and technical writing skills.
• Leadership interpersonal and time management skills including the ability to prioritize organize and coordinate multiple areas and assignments under fast-paced changing conditions and constant interruptions to meet deadlines.
• Self-directed including the ability to work with minimal or no supervision and maintain confidentiality.
• Deductive reasoning skills to anticipate issues that adversely impact the function of the department and to solve problems.
• Detail oriented with the ability to develop and facilitate presentations seminars and workshops.
• Ability to work evenings weekends holidays and extended shifts as needed.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities as needed.

Job Duties

• Resolves or coordinates the resolution of pre-bill edits post-bill denials and patient inquiries on a timely basis related to limited outpatient accounts such as provider-based billing and outpatient diagnostic testing in Epic and X-claim.
• Resolves and provides education and feedback to Billing and Follow-up team to continuously reduce the number of edits.
• Plans organizes and prioritizes work maintains department QA and productivity standard and exhibits continuous improvement of knowledge related to coding edits.
• Reviews policies procedures and practices for compliance with established legal standards and state guidelines and ensures that all work complies with standard departmental procedures and guidelines.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development and completes special projects as assigned.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities duties and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal state and local laws accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety patient privacy and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt transport storage preparation dispensing administration cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.