Coding Specialist I

Halifaxhealthexpresscare

Icd-10-cm diagnosis code assignment
Cpt-4 procedure code sets
Oce and ncci edit verification
The Coding Specialist I is responsible for the coding of ED, Recurring and Ancillary accounts using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 code sets

Job Summary

  • The Coding Specialist I is responsible for the coding of ED, Recurring and Ancillary accounts using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 code sets.
  • This position requires verifying all charges to ensure they meet OCE and NCCI edits while maintaining a 95% accuracy rating.
  • The role involves querying attending physicians for documentation clarification and validating medical necessity for Medicare patients.

Matching Summary

The Coding Specialist I is responsible for the coding of ED, Recurring and Ancillary accounts using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 code sets.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • ICD-10-CM diagnosis code assignment
  • CPT-4 procedure code sets
  • OCE and NCCI edit verification
  • ED and ancillary department coding
  • Physician query for documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Process and quality improvement initiatives
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Self-starter with minimal supervision
  • Team oriented work ethics
  • Problem solving and critical thinking

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2 year college coding course
  • Minimum 1 year ED/Ancillary coding experience
  • RHIT, CCS, CCSP, CPC or equivalent certification
  • Knowledge of Local Coverage Determinations
  • Knowledge of National Coverage Determinations

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