SUMMARY: Under the direction of Billing Office Director, the coding specialist performs highly technical and specialized functions at Dickson Medical Associates. The employee reviews, analyzes, and codes diagnostic and procedural information that determines Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance payments. The primary function of this position is to perform ICD 10 CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding for reimbursement. The coding function also ensures compliance with established coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, regulations and guidelines. Communicate with Providers and staff. Participates in a team environment to include open communication, trust, accountability and mutual respect.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Minimum requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.
• Experience with multi-specialty coding is a plus. Experience with NextGen is a plus.
• Experience with ASC coding is a plus.
• CPC or related certification is required. Expectation of continuing education to maintain certification is required.
• MS Office preferably in Excel and Word;
• Ability to work with limited supervision; possess strong verbal communication skills, good organization skills and attention to detail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions.

Concentration varies depending on the tasks at hand. High levels of mental concentration are required. Must handle multiple task simultaneously and is subject to interruptions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with ADA regulations.

DMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NOTE: This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

PERFORM DEPARTMENT DUTIES IN A TIMELY AND EFFICIENT MANNER.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Duties include the following, but are not limited to)

• Abstracts all necessary information and assigns and paper billing (ICD-10, CPT, & HCPCS), which most accurately describe each documented diagnosis, surgical procedure, and special therapy or procedure according to established guidelines.
• Analyzes provider documentation to assure the appropriate Evaluation & Management (E & M) levels are assigned using the correct CPT code.
• Establishes and maintains a log for coded procedures.
• Communication with providers and staff to encourage appropriate coding and documentation practices.
• Serves as a resource and works with other business and clinical employees to resolve coding issues and questions.
• Consistently stays updated on coding changes and mandates, communicating as appropriate to other staff members, including providers.
• Performs any necessary coding related training for staff and providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dickson, TN 37055: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• ICD-10: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dickson, TN 37055

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