Title: Coding Specialist

Job ID

367177

Job Family

Health Care

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Code

8301MC

Employee Class

Civil Service

About the Job

General Statement of Responsibilities:

The Coding Specialist is responsible for all aspects of coding and compliance and will serve as the coding resource person at Boynton Health. This position is responsible for coding education and training, auditing, and monitoring coding compliance. The Coding Specialist will analyze and abstract information from the medical record in order to assign the appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to accurately describe the diagnoses and procedures performed by the medical provider.

This position is remote, however candidates must be able to report to Boynton Health in Minneapolis as needed.

Detailed Job Responsibilities:

Review medical record documentation and accurately assign ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes, according to established correct coding guidelines and AHIMA’s standards of ethical coding.
Serve as a resource person for coding and compliance questions.
Instruct physician and non-physician practitioners on compliance regulations and coding guidelines.
Train and educate support staff involved in various aspects of coding.
Create and maintain up-to-date coding compliance manuals, materials, and policies to be used for staff education, training, guidance, and charge capture.
Implement, monitor and follow the clinics Compliance Work Plan with the direction of the Director of Compliance.
Perform audits/internal monitoring of medical record documentation and corresponding coding.  Provide reports and feedback.  Educate on deficient areas discovered in audit. Make recommendations and follow-up.
Quality check coding encounters prior to billing
Summarize and distribute updates and changes to coding and compliance issues from third-party payers.
Analyze problem claims, compare coding with medical record documentation and make any appropriate changes.
Consult with medical providers when necessary for reasons of clarifications of coding and compliance issues.
Track rejections/denials of claims after changing to make sure it is adjudicated appropriately.  Assess risk based on the types of denial/rejections received.
Document and report non-compliance concerns to the Director of Compliance for further follow-up.
Serve and communicate effectively with students, staff and faculty from diverse backgrounds, communities and cultures
Promote a safe, equitable, and respectful environment in which concerns can be addressed effectively.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, a combination of related education, work experience to equal four years and must become certified as a CPC-A, CPC, CCS-P, RHIT with in one year of employment or certified as a CPC, CCS-P or RHIT
Coding experience in an outpatient/ambulatory clinic setting. 
Thorough knowledge of and experience with medical terminology, human anatomy/physiology, pathology and disease processes, health record format and content, reimbursement methodologies, conventions, rules, and guidelines for current classification systems ( ICD-10, CPT). 
Experience working with an electronic health record. 
The ability to work with minimal supervision. 
Good interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with others, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to promoting a culture that respects and advances diversity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Must have a minimum of one year of professional coding training
Experience training and educating others in coding and compliance principles, conducting audits, and providing feedback.

About the Department

About Boynton Health, Compliance

Boynton.umn.edu

Boynton Health serves the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, providing comprehensive health care with a public health approach to campus well-being.

Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care for you in a culture that supports equity, inclusion and respect. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of University of Minnesota students and the campus community. Our vision is to be the healthiest campus in the nation.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $25 - $27 hourly depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services 
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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