Coding Specialist

As a Bristol Hospice Coding Specialist, you are responsible for the review of medical documentation to ensure all codes are entered accurately. This position will also meet coding deadlines, resolve coding holds, assist Medical Billing Specialists in resolving rejected claimsand provide training to the branch locations in medical coding, ICD
10, etc.

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Culture Our culture is cultivated using the following values:

Integrity:
We are honest and professional.

Trust:
We count on each other.

Excellence:
We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.

Accountability:
We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.

Mutual Respect:
We treat others the way we want to be treated.

An Average Day:(Includes, but not limited to)
Track admissions to ensure all admits are coded

Review necessary information (H&P, NIA, physician notes) on all new admits and recerts for coding

Input primary diagnosis and comorbidity codes as documented by clinical staff

Comply with all ICD-10 and CMS guidelines

Obtain additional documentation as needed from branch locations

Meet coding deadlines to support timely submission of NOEFollow up with coding holds to ensure timely resolution

Update diagnosis codes when needed

Train the branch locations regarding medical coding, as needed

Maintain effective communication with locations including timely response to emails and/or phone calls

Assist Medical Billing Specialists in resolving coding issues for claim submission

Must comply with company policies, procedures and processes in addition to Hospice rules and regulation

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Must have a minimum two (2) years of experience in Medicare/Medicaid coding,Hospice experience preferred

Coding certification from AAPC, AHIMA or equivalent, preferred

We Got the Perks:

Tuition Reimbursement PTO and Paid Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and moreHSA & 401(k) available

Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions

Advanced training programs

Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry

Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!

EEOC Statement Bristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.