MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST - Retro Auth Team (Dual Posted with Job ID: 60633)

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Job ID

60635

Location

Columbia

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

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Hiring Department

Department of Plan Administration

Job Description

This is a dual posting with job ID 60633. One opening available. The final title will depend on the qualifications of the final candidate.

Review complex clinical documentation and diagnostic results timely to accurately assign codes for diagnoses (ICD-10-CM), procedures (CPT), and applicable modifiers for services provided to assure maximum reimbursement and regulatory compliance.

Work with insurance and government payers to obtain appropriate retroactive authorizations based on surgical services provided.

Comply with applicable organization policies; i.e. Quality Assurance, Working Remote, Productivity, etc.

Remote working options available.

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Shift

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

or

M, Tu, W, F; 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a coding certification program or equivalent training to obtain certification using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and the CPT-4 coding systems. One (1) year of related medical records coding experience may be substituted.

One of the following certifications within one (1) year as a condition of continued employment in this job classification:

• • Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); or
• • Certified Professional Coder (CPC/CPC-A)
• • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/COC-A)
• • Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC/CIC-A) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC); or

Specialty certification per the department needs such as:

• • Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC) by the American Medical Accounting and Consulting Inc (AMAC)

Preferred Qualifications

Education: High school diploma, medical office technology, or a related background along with CPC or CCS-P required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $20.58 - $32.49 hourly

Grade: PAT - 006A

University Title: MED CODING SPCLST, UP

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Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume and cover letter.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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