Facility Biller/Coder - Beginner

Possible $5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Hires!
Remote Coder positions are available ONLY in the following states: FL, CT, NC, SC, NY, NH, TX, AZ, NJ, PA, ME, and MA!
Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations.
Summary:
Performs basic, accurate, timely charge and code entries. Uses ICD-10 and CPT-4 books and online references to appropriately identify codes and billing modifiers.
Responsibilities:
Translates narrative information from billing encounter forms and orders into ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes.
Uses electronic medical records and multiple systems to identify diagnosis and procedure codes. Identifies and resolves discrepancies on charge slip or charge (billing) report by referencing medical record.
Performs ICD-10-CM diagnostic and CPT-4 coding at a minimum accuracy rate of 95%.
Researches and resolves charging and medical necessity edits.
Independently reconciles charges for areas of responsibility. Uses patient schedule together with billing slips to identify missing charges. Researches and resolves discrepancies so charges keyed reflect services delivered.
Attends and participates in required hospital education programs to maintain and enhance their coding skills and stay abreast of changes in codes, coding guidelines, and regulations.
Uses appropriate, accurate communication techniques when addressing billing barriers.
Exhibits strong competency in use of all computer systems and applications that are commonly used for position.
Achieves the organization’s established expectations regarding customer service, teamwork, and safety.
Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Experience:
Minimum Experience Required: 1 to 2 years.
Data entry, MS Word, MS Excel skills.
Experience in charge capture process or medical record review.
Strong verbal and written communication and analytical skills.
Documented proficiency in use of ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding as required by position. Knowledge of how to accurately use ICD-10 and CPT-4 books.
Sound knowledge of basic code structure is required.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required Desired Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Finance, Health Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related discipline.
Required Certifications/Credentials:
Certified Professional Coder - CPC (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist - CCS (AHIMA).
Location: Summit-100 Reserve Rd
Work Type: Full-Time
Standard Hours: 40.00
FTE: 1.000000
Work Schedule: Day 10
Work Shift: This position is for Monday to Friday Day Shift
Org Unit: 1913
Department: RemoteNot900
Exempt: No
Grade: S5
Salary Range: $18.3900 - $34.1400 Hourly
EOE, including disability/vets.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.