Coding Specialist

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

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 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 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

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).

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.

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.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.