Coding & Reimburs Spec
Company:
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Job Location:
Category:
Health and Medical Services
Type:
Full-Time
Lubbock
39435BR
Internal Med Clinic Sppt HSC Lbk
Position Description
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) and adheres to official coding guidelines and the Values Based Culture of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Reviews official medical records with physician/healthcare provider documentation and assigns appropriate codes for all physician/healthcare provider services from current editions of official coding sources; ensures accurate, complete, and timely code assignments for all physician/healthcare provider services to include procedural, diagnosis, and supplies in all places of service.
Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Major/Essential Functions
Coding and billing of patient interactions, work assigned denials, data entry, education on correspondence with provider on coding changes and trends. All other duties assigned.
Occasional Duties
All other duties assigned. Attending department meetings, and provider meetings.
Required Qualifications
High School graduate or equivalency required. A combination of coding and reimbursement or Medical billing experience, preferably in a physician group or health care institution to equal two years. Must include procedural and diagnosis coding; prefer experience in academic health care setting. OR High School graduate or equivalency required. Current coding certification from the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) or the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certification to remain current during term of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Resume / CV
Optional Attachments
Professional License/Certification
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.
Pay Basis: Hourly
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Schedule Details
Hybrid
Travel Required: None
Does this position work in a research laboratory?: No
Air Force Specialty Code
4A0X1
Navy Enlisted Classification Code
HM
39435BR
Internal Med Clinic Sppt HSC Lbk
Position Description
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) and adheres to official coding guidelines and the Values Based Culture of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Reviews official medical records with physician/healthcare provider documentation and assigns appropriate codes for all physician/healthcare provider services from current editions of official coding sources; ensures accurate, complete, and timely code assignments for all physician/healthcare provider services to include procedural, diagnosis, and supplies in all places of service.
Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Major/Essential Functions
Coding and billing of patient interactions, work assigned denials, data entry, education on correspondence with provider on coding changes and trends. All other duties assigned.
Occasional Duties
All other duties assigned. Attending department meetings, and provider meetings.
Required Qualifications
High School graduate or equivalency required. A combination of coding and reimbursement or Medical billing experience, preferably in a physician group or health care institution to equal two years. Must include procedural and diagnosis coding; prefer experience in academic health care setting. OR High School graduate or equivalency required. Current coding certification from the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) or the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certification to remain current during term of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
- Thorough knowledge of ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines.
- Knowledge of current third-party billing and collection regulatory guidelines preferred.
- Prior professional Customer Service experience
- Prior experience working in a collaborative medical administration environment
Resume / CV
Optional Attachments
Professional License/Certification
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.
Pay Basis: Hourly
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Schedule Details
Hybrid
Travel Required: None
Does this position work in a research laboratory?: No
Air Force Specialty Code
4A0X1
Navy Enlisted Classification Code
HM
