Clinical Coder II

Clinical Coder II

Job No: 525470
Work Type:
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: RealCat
Department: 29070100 - MD-OBSTETRICS / GYNECOLOGY-GEN

Job Description


Classification Title:

Clinical Coder II

Job Description:

Works assigned billing WQs and processes corrections as appropriate. Reviews edits to determine causes and patterns. As appropriate, educates providers regarding appropriate and compliant billing practices.

Reviews electronic record documentation; codes health information for billing purposes using working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease process, and medical terminology in accordance with departmental procedures and university compliance policies.

Provides in clinic assistance, such as, posting charges. Provides coding expertise.

Reviews all documents to ensure adherence to Compliance Office standards; if not in compliance, incumbent takes appropriate action to rectify before proceeding to charge entry process.

Selects correct diagnostic and procedure codes based upon interpretation of documentation and correct coding principles; applies modifiers as appropriate.

Expected Salary:

$21.70 - $23.00 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of professional medical coding experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/ American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Radiology coding experience (3 years)
  
• OBGYN coding experience (5 years)
  
  Special Instructions to Applicants:
  
  In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
  
  The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
  
  This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
  
  This is a time limited position.
  
  This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
  
  Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
  
  Health Assessment Required:
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