Otolaryngology (ENT) Coding Specialist Full Time

Policy Description and Purpose: Managing patient care involves a team of clinical and nonclinical staff interacting with patients and working to achieve patient-centered care. Job descriptions and responsibilities of the care team emphasize a team-based approach to patient care and promote training of team members to meet the highest level of function allowed by state : The job description and responsibilities are defined for Certified Professional Coder in the Gastroenterology department at Murfreesboro Medical Clinic below:Job TitleCertified Professional Coder (CPC)Job DescriptionThe CPC researches and codes all office surgical and procedural-based reports/records by assigning accurate CPT codes current version of ICD-10 (diagnosis codes) HCPCS and modifiers in accordance with CMS coding guidelines and principles in a compliant ConditionsWork is performed in an office setting and possible exposure to communicable diseases toxic substances bodily fluids and other conditions common to medical practice. Varied activities including walking bending reaching lifting stooping and sitting for extended periods of time will occur. Also occasional stress from multiple responsibilities. Overtime hours may be required as ResponsibilitiesRepresent MMC in a courteous and professional mannerResponsible for accurate and complete coding according to Compliance Guidelines and for assigning ICD-10 and CPT codes from doctors/providers coded services provider charges and medical record documentation meet appropriate guidelines or A/R queues to resolve denials or errors in a timely ongoing feedback and targeted training to doctors/providers and other providers regarding coding guidelines and up to date with changes in CMS and stay current with health insurance billing meet month end with medical staff and patient accounting staff to resolve coding issues and associated reimbursement from third-party payers to ensure payment through proper use of proactive and participate in educational activities such as webinars AAPC education opportunities and at your workstation on time and prepared to start the dayEmail communication is utilized in this department for important messages and updates. Staff members are expected to read emails flexible when asked to stay past your scheduled work time (as needed) to accommodate the needs of patientsMeet or exceed patient doctor and staff expectations through a cooperative teamwork approachKeep your work area and the clinic knowledgeable of and adhere to all HIPAA and OSHA knowledgeable of and adhere to all MMC policies and instruction perform other duties as required or assignedRequired SkillsExcellent customer service skillsStrong skills in communicating effectively with co-workers providers and patientsAbility to conduct daily functions in an appropriate professional and compassionate mannerAbility to manage/prioritize multiple tasks in an efficient and timely mannerTeamwork attitudeFlexibility to respond to changing demandsAbility to react calmly and competently in stressful situationsEffectively utilize computer systems and programs that are necessary to complete daily tasksEducation/Experience Requirements- High school diploma or GED-Coding Certification (Certified Professional Coder CPC) RequiredMMC Vision Mission and ValuesOur vision is to be a leading contributor to community health through participation in programs that promote wellness facilitate diagnosis and enhance treatment of mission is to foster continuous improvement in community health through the delivery of quality accessible medical and surgical care in a cost-effective manner to the residents of Middle values guide our actions as we strive to carry out our mission.A progressive approach to advances in medicine and changes in the health care delivery systemResponsive to patient and community needsCollaborative with other physicians hospitals allied health providers and the community in improving health careProfessional ethical and socially responsibleTeam-oriented management and leadershipA positive open and responsive work setting