Coding Specialist

Newport News, Virginia

This position is remote work eligible for candidates residing in the following states: FL, GA, ID, KS, KY, MS, NC, OK, SC, SD, TN, VA.

Overview Responsible for maintaining coded data quality through ongoing quality review and assessment of outpatient or inpatient records. Performs audits on accuracy of APC or MSDRGs as well as on quality of medical record documentation needed for accurate coding. Works with DRG and CPT denials from commercial payers and writes appeal letters as indicated.

What you will do

• Ensures coding compliance. Applies all coding guidelines and principles as defined in the Coding Clinic and leading authorities. Complies with standardized coding standards, conventions and regulations, corporate compliance standards and reimbursement policies.
• Identifies training needs and provides education to team members. May teach or coordinate coding huddles. Coaches and mentors...