Coder Specialist

Location:
Brookings, SD
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Position Highlights
Consider joining an Award Winning Health Care System - Brookings Health System is a nationally awarded rural community health system, recognized for delivering high-quality care and personalized service.
Brookings Health System is seeking a Coder Specialist to join our team!
Compensation range for this position is $21.86 to $32.37, depending on experience.
This position will have full benefits that include, but is not limited to, South Dakota Retirement, Employee discounts on services, gym membership reimbursement (and on-site fitness center), eligible for public service loan forgiveness, cafeteria discounts, life insurance and so much more. We also have comprehensive medical benefits, dental and vision insurance, flexible reimbursement plans and more!
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the daily coding of accounts assigned. Coders assign appropriate codes using CPT, ICD-10 and HCPC's for all charges according to national and payor guidelines and physician direction, ensuring compliance with coding standards, regulations, and NCCI edits. They work with physicians and management staff to resolve coding and reimbursement issues and patient concerns. Coders coordinate with the billing team on insurance appeals on denied claims due to coding issues.
REQUIREMENTS:
Associate degree in Health Information Technology or certification in coding required
Certification: RHIA, RHIT, CPC, CPC‑A, CCS, CCS‑P, CCS‑H, COC
Must be certified at hire or within one year of hire
Strong problem‑solving skills, self‑motivated, good time management, and organizational skills
JOB TYPE:
Full time, benefit eligible
Day position
On-site position located in Brookings, SD