Coding & Reimburs Spec at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Coding & Reimburs Spec

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

522431 - Coding Ama

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.

Requisition ID

37337BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

32.48

Major/Essential Functions

Coding and billing of patient interactions, work denials, data entry, education an correspondence with provider on coding changes and trends.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

16.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

M-F 8:00-5:00

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

CPC certification

Campus

HSC - Amarillo

Department

Coding Ama

Job Type

Full Time

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.

Job Group

Information and Records Clerks

Occasional Duties

All other duties assigned

Shift

Day

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.

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.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

HM

Air Force Specialty Code

4A0X1

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. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.