Physician/Ancillary Serv Coder

71038BR

Auto req ID:

71038BR

Department:

10036 - OCH Ambulatory Support

Job Description:

Position is responsible for validating/assigning CPT-4 codes for clinic based procedures and Evaluation & Management services. Also responsible for validating/assigning ICD-9-CM diagnostic codes for physician and ancillary services. Position is responsible for ensuring appropriateness and completeness of orders for ancillary tests from physician scripts or clinic records. Responsible for validation and posting of CDM based charges in the host system. Also, verifies medical necessity requirements for clinic ordered laboratory and ancillary tests in comparison to acceptable LMRP lists. This position may be required to move from site to site per work requirements and/or cross coverage.

Buffalo, NY

Location:

Children's Hospital

Recruiter:

Amanda Miller

Minimum or Preferred Qualifications:

RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC/CPC-H Certification in approved coding program required with successful completion of the Kaleida Outpatient Coding and medical terminology assessment. Successful completion of the Basic Computer Skills assessment. Knowledge of physician billing requirements and documentation guidelines (1995 or 1997) preferred. One-year experience in healthcare environment preferred. Experience with personal computers and Windows applications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Understands Team concept and has the ability to interact with Kaleida coding team.

Status:

Full Time

Shift:

Days

Scheduled Work Hours:

7a-3p; 7:30a-3:30p; 8a-4p; 8:30a-4:30p; 9a-5p

Salary Range:

$20.01-$29.82 per hour Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Grade:

C7

Position:

Physician/Ancillary Serv Coder

Union Code:

05 - SEIU 1199 CHOB Clerical

Bi-Weekly Hours:

75

Weekend/ Holiday Requirement:

No Weekends or Holidays Required

Equal Opportunity Employer

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