University Physicians
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This position is a dual post linked to Job ID 56209 (Medical Coding Specialist – University Physicians), and the department will be hiring for a total of 7 positions. Final titles will depend on the qualifications of the final candidate.
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.
Assist in the audit of medical records in order to identify potential problems with the coding and reimbursement process such as edits, denials, appeal letter, etc.
Act as liaison between third party payers and assigned departments in order to coordinate all aspects of professional coding.
Provide assistance to faculty, residents and department staff in the standards of medical record documentation and coding of medical records.
Assist in the presentation of training sessions for faculty, residents and staff to inform them of changes made to Medicare billing, federal laws and regulations, and other specific standards and guidelines regarding clinical documentation requirements, procedure and diagnosis coding.
Comply with applicable organization policies; i.e. Quality Assurance, Working Remote, Productivity, etc.
Remote working options available.
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
One of the following certifications:
Specialty certification per the department needs such as:
Salary Range: $22.00 - $34.74 hourly
Grade: PAT - 007
University Title: MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST-CERTIFIED
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume.
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.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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