Coding Specialist I Hybrid
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Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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This is a full time benefit eligible position typically working Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. This is a hybrid position with staff working onsite at our downtown Grand Rapids location Tuesdays and Wednesdays. This role will be primarily supporting our vision services unless business needs change. This role will involve some billing support.
The coding specialist is responsible for the management of charge entry on a daily basis for assigned Cherry Health sites/programs.
Must adhere to the organizational Policies Procedures Code of Ethics and all licensing and accreditation standards of the position. Must represent the organizations Mission in all actions and communications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Process the Claim Reproduction report on a daily basis which includes correction of primary claims (rebills) and secondary claims.
- Process daily charges off of pending internal and external report.
- Meet daily quota (assigned by Supervisor).
- Process daily reports that coincide with daily processing of charges.
- Generate review and update the unbilled report on a weekly basis.
- Post claim adjustments on a daily basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to perform or willingness to learn computer-based tasks
- Ability to deal with the public colleagues and professionals in a courteous and pleasant manner
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of health insurance policies and payer guidelines
- Bilingual skills may be helpful
COMPETENCIES:
- Customer Service
- Collaboration
- Integrity
- Respect
- Professionalism
- Learning
EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATES:
High school graduate or GED required.
Must work toward certification from a certifying body dependent on assigned specialty. Examples are the following:
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
- Certified Coding Specialist Professional (CCS-P)
- Certified Dental Coder (CDC)
EXPERIENCE:
Two years experience as a coder in a healthcare setting preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Possible exposure to patients/clients with illnesses and/or infections. Frequent telephone and computer use requiring manual dexterity for writing and computer use. Sitting standing or walking for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision distance vision and ability to adjust focus. May require bending squatting or kneeling and lifting up to 50 pounds. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
CLIENT POPULATION SERVED:
N/A
The essential functions of this position must be able to be accomplished with or without accommodations.
Who we are:
Cherry Health Michigans largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operates in six counties across the state is based in Grand Rapids. With a team of more than 800 health care professionals at 20 locations Cherry Health focuses on removing barriers expanding access and delivering comprehensive quality health care services to underserved communities regardless of an individuals insurance status or ability to pay. We provide primary care dental vision behavioral health pharmacy services substance abuse services residential re-entry services school-based health centers and more.
Our Mission:
Cherry Health improves the health and wellness of individuals by providing comprehensive primary and behavioral health care while encouraging access by those who are underserved.
Our Vision:
Our community will be healthier because we will seek out and welcome those who need our services. All will be treated as family with integrated coordinated care to improve health and personal well-being.
Our Values:
- Collaboration Support the Cherry Health mission by encouraging teamwork to accomplish organizational goals.
- Customer Service Serve internal and external customers in a welcoming manner with compassionate care.
- Innovation Embrace creativity to improve patient care and workplace efficiency while remaining curious and open to learning.
- Integrity Uphold the highest ethical standards by being honest and trustworthy.
- Professionalism Create a positive work environment where we care accountable for our decision our action and the results.
Benefits:
Cherry Health has excellent benefit offerings dependent on employment status. Check out a sample of the benefits available to our team members below!
- Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
- Generous Paid Time Off benefit 4 weeks per year for full time
- Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
- MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
- Pet Insurance!
- Employee Assistance Program
Our policy is to offer all employees and applicants for employment equal opportunity without regard to race color religion gender national origin age disability genetic information marital status height weight sexual orientation gender identity or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws or any other protected category.
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About Company
With a care team providing personalized attention at more than 20 locations, Cherry Health is here for you — no matter what barriers you’ve faced in the past.
