Coding Specialist

R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration. 

As our Coding Specialist, you will apply CPT-4 and HCPCS codes to medical records for the cardiovascular lab and interventional radiology departments based on documentation provided by physicians. Every day you will adhere to strict federal coding rules and guidelines in selecting codes that appropriately reflect the services that were provided. Balances need for (95% accuracy) coding accuracy against timely account completion for billing deadlines. To thrive in this role you must, you must possess a keen eye for detail, a solid understanding of medical coding standards and guidelines, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

Here’s what you will experience working as a Coding Specialist:

• Knowledgeably applies ICD-10, CPT-4 and HCPCS to cardiovascular lab and interventional radiology surgeries performed for the sites that are covered by the department.

• Coding of surgical procedures performed by cardiologists, and interventional radiologists

• Verification of supplies used during procedures

• Use of encoders and other references

• Maintains appropriate non-leading queries to physicians

• Ability to abstract services from physician documentation and procedure logs.

• Reconciliation of monthly surgical logs

• Managing multiple job tasks daily (WQs, emails, surgical logs, census, etc.)

• Attend meetings and training sessions

• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Proficient knowledge of ICD-10, CPT-4 and HCPCS assignments

• Proficient knowledge of CPT coding guidelines

• Proficient knowledge of Modifier assignments

• Medical terminology

• Anatomy and physiology

• Ability to maintain high productivity and accuracy

• Effective communication skills both verbal and written

• Interpersonal skills

• Organizational skills

• Computer skills-abstracting and encoders, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Epic

• Proficient computer skills including 10 key by touch

Licenses and Certifications-Required

AAPC- CPC or CIRCC or CCC or CCVTC

OR

AHIMA- CCS 

The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career.

Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package.

R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices , including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories.

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