Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position has direct responsibility for departmental coding; provides direct supervision to coders; approves time, coordinates vacation/leave requests; provides coaching and audits performance; assists divisions in the process of charge capture, compliance, and adherence to billing practices and policies under the direction of the Manager, Coding and Compliance, and the Director of Revenue Cycle and Financial Analysis.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day activities of the coding staff, including adherence to policies and procedures and setting work schedule.
• Monitors coder performance and conducts performance reviews for coders in the area of responsibility.
• Identifies missing charges and processes for billing.
• Reviews documentation in the medical record to identify all pertinent facts necessary to select the comprehensive diagnoses and procedures that fully describe the patientâ™s conditions and treatment.
• Meets with physicians to review documentation, resolve coding and secure signatures on all dates of service for attending and consultation services.
• Assists with efforts to increase physician and administrative awareness of documentation requirements.
• Processes appeals requests.
• Assists Manager, Coding and Compliance in identifying trends/issues in coding, documentation and reimbursement.
• Participates in activities related to compliance audits and ensures coders are following guidelines for billed services.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives focused on charge capture, collection and all aspects of the revenue cycle.
• Works closely with AR team and all those involved in the revenue cycle to ensure systems are effective and efficient.
• Works with departmental appeals staff to identify trends and develop solutions.
• Takes action to continuously improve service through all interactions.
• Responds consistently to the needs of internal and external customers; works to identify customer needs and expectations.
• Creates a positive work environment by treating all with dignity and respect.
• Provides clear feedback to staff, clinical providers and others.
• Maintains positive working relationship with staff, clinicians and all internal and external customers.

Preferred Qualifications

Detailed knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• CPC required with knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding; knowledge of health care laws, CMS documentation and billing; working knowledge of PC applications, including experience with Excel and PowerPoint.
• REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required. 

Grade

C12

Salary Range

$59,300.00 - $92,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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