OverviewAre you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance in the healthcare field? We are seeking a skilled Home Coding Specialist to review and audit claims, ensuring they meet all billing, coding, and reimbursement requirements. In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert offering training and support to our Medical Care at Home clinicians and staff, and contributing to various initiatives to maintain the highest standards of claims submissions.Compensation Range:$62,400.00 - $72,000.00 AnnualWhat We Provide
Referral bonus opportunities
Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at30 days of paid time offand 9 company holidays
Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
Employer-matched retirement saving funds
Personal and financial wellness programs
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
What You Will Do
Reviews medical claims, records and other requested information for billing, coding and other compliance or reimbursement related issues; makes coding and documentation recommendations for adherence to risk adjustment models.
Reviews medical documentation to ensure all key quality metrics are noted on claim, as provided during the encounter. Performs medical chart reviews to validate codes for quality monitoring, reporting, and analysis.
Conducts coding reviews independently on all provider documentation to assign the correct ICD-10 codes and ensure all documentation is accurate, precise, and adherent to CMS guidelines pertinent to Risk Adjustment Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) methodology.
Assigns appropriate ICD10-CD, HCPCS and CPT codes as well as other codes necessary to process claims based on claim information submitted.
Utilizes administrative policies, regulatory codes, legislative directives, and guidelines to inform decisions and appropriate coding.
Maintains coding grids for MCAH services with the assistance of management and provides guidance on use of grids.
Works with Clinical Director in preparing internal presentations, knowledge libraries, coding guidelines, and summary reports of coding review for department infrastructure, maintains professional communication with provider engagement team by assisting with analysis, trending, and presentation of audit/review findings, outcomes, and issues.
Engages with medical practitioners to provide feedback and educational resources on best practices for medical coding and keeps current on new coding and billing guidelines, federal and state initiatives regarding claims and trains other staff in new/changes to regulations. Communicates and follows up with a variety of internal and external sources including but not limited to providers, members, attorneys, regulatory agencies and other carriers on any claim related matters.
Generates routine reports for managing process time frames and vendor productivity.
Performs insurance eligibility checks and authorization prior to for care being provided. Communicates with clinicians as needed.
Coordinates recoupment efforts with the Practice Manager and Revenue Cycle and Finance Departments that are the result of billing errors. Responds to inquiries regarding recoupment.
Review coding disputes, which includes review of all supporting documentation. Recommend payment based on review and prepare response to appeal.
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsLicenses and Certifications: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or (CRC) Certified Risk Adjustment Coder in ICD-10-CM coding required. required Active Certified Coder Certification through AHIMA or AAPC required required Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience requiredWork Experience: Minimum three years of payor work experience with medical records, including ICD-10-CM or current coding system and medical record systems required Strong knowledge of claims submission procedures and systems, State, Federal and Medicare Regulations required Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, pharmacology, and disease processes and related procedures required Working knowledge of medical terminology, provider reimbursement, ICD-10, HCPCS and CPT-4 coding required Must be PC literate and possess a strong understanding of Microsoft applications required Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines required CAREERS AT VNS HealthThe future of care begins with you. Together, we will revolutionize health care in the home and community. When you join VNS Health, you become a part of something bigger. For generations, we’ve been a recognized leader and innovator in patient-centered and community-focused health care. At VNS Health, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully impact lives. Including yours. Discover your next role at VNS Health.