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

512309 - 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.

Requisition ID

39435BR

Optional Attachments

Professional License/Certification

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.

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.
 

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Hybrid

Work Location

Lubbock

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

Campus

HSC - Lubbock

Department

Internal Med Clinic Sppt HSC Lbk

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

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. Attending department meetings, and provider meetings.

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

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