University of Missouri-Kansas City (UKMC)

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The University of Missouri School of Medicine Department of University Physicians

Job Description

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This position is a dual post linked to Job ID 55831 (Medical Coding Specialist - Certified - Retro Auth Team), University Physicians, and the department will be hiring for one position.

Review complex clinical documentation and diagnostic results timely to accurately assign codes for diagnoses (ICD-10-CM), procedures (CPT), and applicable modifiers for services provided to assure maximum reimbursement and regulatory compliance.

Work with insurance and government payers to obtain appropriate retroactive authorizations based on surgical services provided.

Comply with applicable organization policies; i.e. Quality Assurance, Working Remote, Productivity, etc.

Remote working options available.

Shift

Shift Type: 8am – 5 pm, M-F

Office/Administrative Hours: No - Position will not have Office/Admin Hours

Flexibility for Alternative Schedules: Yes

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a coding certification program or equivalent training to obtain certification using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and the CPT-4 coding systems. One (1) year of related medical records coding experience may be substituted.

One of the following certifications within one (1) year as a condition of continued employment in this job classification:

• Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); or
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC/CPC-A)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/COC-A)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC/CIC-A) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC); or
• Existing staff in this title as of 2014 are grandfathered from the certification requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: High school diploma, medical office technology, or a related background along with CPC or CCS-P required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Hiring Range: $19.15 - $ 30.23/hour

Grade: PAT-006

University Title: MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to filling out the online application please provide a Cover Letter and Resume.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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