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Claims Resolution Coder

Responsible for reviewing medical documentation to assign modifiers to insurance claims with issues identified by the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI), Medicare Outpatient Code Editor (OCE),or other third party payer specific claims processing guidelines. Works with Coding, Billing and Reimbursement staff to resolve edits. Is additionally responsible for trending errors, supporting identification of root causes, and effective communication with coding and training staff to improve coding accuracy and clean claims processing. Researches regulations to ensure accuracy of CPT codes and documentation.

Associates degree in Health Information Technology or Medical Billing preferred. 2 years direct application of coding, medical billing or reimbursement in health care setting, hospital or physician office required. CPC or CCS coding certification required at time of hire. Thorough knowledge of lab, radiology and other ancillary, CPT, HCPCS related modifier and revenue codes, as well as knowledge of Medicare NOD and LCD guidelines. Demonstrates working knowledge of medical record documentation requirements and ability to interpret documentation.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• Certification - CCS Coding Cert through AHIMA or
• CPC Coding Cert through AAPC

Experience

• 2 years Coding experience Required
• 2 years Reimbursement/Revenue Cycle required
• 2 years Billing
• Opportunity for Remote

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Sentara Independence provides quality outpatient services to the surrounding community. The facility includes an ambulance-accessible emergency room that is supported by board-certified physicians. Sentara Independence houses state-of-the-art medical equipment and highly-skilled physicians and staff.  Sentara Independence is now an extension of the quality services at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital including advanced imaging and physical therapy.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.