Coding Compliance Specialist researches and develops the pre-certification insurance policy standards and criteria used by case management and utilization reviewers that will ensure that requested medical services are appropriate and medically necessary. Collaborates with medical professionals to resolve questions about policy development and standards. Being a Coding Compliance Specialist assigns correct ICD, CPT, or other coding assignments for medical procedures that support policy standards in claims systems. Provides expertise and solutions to users regarding the appropriate coding for claims. Additionally, Coding Compliance Specialist has broad knowledge of medical coding systems. May require an associate degree in healthcare administration, a related field, or equivalent. Requires AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC). May alternatively require Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification. Typically reports to a manager. The Coding Compliance Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Coding Compliance Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Coding Specialist II reviews inpatient and outpatient medical records for documentation, abstracting and
analyzing. Assign all codes to the highest level of specificity following the current guidelines for ICD-10-CM, CPT, and
HCPCS. Understand and properly apply modifiers, CCI edits, medical policy rules (e.g., LCD/NCD), etc., in compliance
with payor regulations.
Location: This position is open to remote/work from home with strong preference for candidates residing within the UPH geographies of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin.
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Coding and Department Support
Education: Highschool Diploma/GED
Experience: Three (3) years professional coding experience.
License(s)/Certification(s): Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification status required.
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