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Neurosurgery Coder | Full Time | On Site

UMC Health System
Las Cruces
Full-time

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Title : Coder

Department : UMCP Central Billing and Coding

Specialty : Neurosurgery

Description

UMC Physicians is seeking an experienced full-time Neurosurgery Coder to join our team of specialty coders. Under general supervision, the Neurosurgery Coder reviews, analyzes and assures the final diagnoses and procedures as stated by the practicing providers are valid and complete.

The Neurosurgery Coder accurately codes and bills clinic and hospital procedures for providers to ensure proper reimbursement, and provides accurate and timely insurance filing of claims and posting of payments.

Availability Requirements :

  • Monday - Friday 8 : 00 - 5 : 00
  • Hybrid position with 2-4 days in office required
  • Some evenings due to end of month / end of quarter completion

Our Mission : To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.

Our Vision : To be the best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.

Benefits : UMC Physicians offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits include :

  • Paid Time Off
  • Sick Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employer Paid Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability (after 2 years of employment)
  • Critical Illness, Accident and Cancer Insurance
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
  • 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program

Note : Some benefits require an employee contribution to participate.

Essential Job Functions

  • Review records and assign CPT diagnoses
  • Code charges for outpatient and inpatient charges on a daily basis
  • Monitor third party payments daily
  • Review and research denial of claims
  • Answer questions by patients and insurance companies on billing issues
  • Handle billing correspondence
  • Gather data and prepare information / reports as requested
  • Perform other administrative duties as directed

Additional Responsibilities

Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Medical operations and personnel skills
  • Proficiency in all billing programs and procedures
  • Clear understanding of coding and medical terminology
  • Sensitivity to confidential information at all times

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma
  • Active CPC Certification
  • Extensive CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 knowledge
  • 2 years+ experience in neurosurgery coding

Environmental Conditions

The Neurosurgery Coder works in a well-lighted and ventilated building. A fast-paced and multitasking office environment is to be expected.

Exposure to blood borne pathogens is low risk.

Physical Requirements

This position requires prolonged sitting. It also requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, and other office equipment.

Normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports is expected. Hours of duty may be irregular.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

  • Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources. *
  • 30+ days ago
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