Coding Specialist I (Work from home position)

St. Elizabeth Physicians

Erlanger Kentucky

United States

Customer Service / Call Center
(No Timezone Provided)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Coding Specialist is primarily responsible for correct coding and entering the charges of various specialties. The Coding Specialist is a highly visible position that is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, providers and other visitors he/she encounters, both in person and on the phone.

EDUCATION:

Minimum: H.S. Diploma/GED

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

  • Must have a valid driver’s license for travel between office sites (if applicable)
  • CPC required within 7 months of accepting position.
  • YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

    Minimum: 2 years’ experience in medical billing office. Prior knowledge of coding, payor requirements, CCI edits, and charge entry is preferred.

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

    Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and the ability to learn other computer skills. Must have good organizational skills and work professionally with providers, hospital administration, patients, employees and management.

  • Knowledge of medical insurance, managed care plans, CPT, ICD10, and HCPCS codes.
  • Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
  • Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Effective communication with providers, patients/family members, insurance company representatives, co-workers and management.
  • Ability to work independently and perform job duties with minimal direction.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, per corporate policies.
  • Detailed and thorough work on special projects as assigned.
  • Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team-based decision-making culture.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently resulting in effective outcomes and on-time performance.
  • Experience in planning and coordinating multi-disciplinary communications strategies, strategic initiatives, and events.
  • Must respond and follow through to requests from customers promptly.
  • Must work carefully and precisely with attention to detail.
  • Must utilize resources wisely.
  • Performs duties willingly and with initiative. Shares necessary information so co-workers can do the same.
  • Cooperates with other departments and work groups.
  • Coding Specialist I (Work from home position)

    St. Elizabeth Physicians

    Erlanger Kentucky

    United States

    Customer Service / Call Center

    (No Timezone Provided)

    PRIMARY PURPOSE:

    The Coding Specialist is primarily responsible for correct coding and entering the charges of various specialties. The Coding Specialist is a highly visible position that is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, providers and other visitors he/she encounters, both in person and on the phone.

    EDUCATION:

    Minimum: H.S. Diploma/GED

    LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

    Minimum:

  • Must have a valid driver’s license for travel between office sites (if applicable)
  • CPC required within 7 months of accepting position.
  • YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

    Minimum: 2 years’ experience in medical billing office. Prior knowledge of coding, payor requirements, CCI edits, and charge entry is preferred.

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

    Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and the ability to learn other computer skills. Must have good organizational skills and work professionally with providers, hospital administration, patients, employees and management.

  • Knowledge of medical insurance, managed care plans, CPT, ICD10, and HCPCS codes.
  • Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
  • Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Effective communication with providers, patients/family members, insurance company representatives, co-workers and management.
  • Ability to work independently and perform job duties with minimal direction.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, per corporate policies.
  • Detailed and thorough work on special projects as assigned.
  • Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team-based decision-making culture.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently resulting in effective outcomes and on-time performance.
  • Experience in planning and coordinating multi-disciplinary communications strategies, strategic initiatives, and events.
  • Must respond and follow through to requests from customers promptly.
  • Must work carefully and precisely with attention to detail.
  • Must utilize resources wisely.
  • Performs duties willingly and with initiative. Shares necessary information so co-workers can do the same.
  • Cooperates with other departments and work groups.