Job: Coding Specialist

Coding Specialist

Date: Oct 5, 2009

Location: Phoenix, AZ, US

Job Posting: 7187

Demonstrates expert job knowledge and applies current billing and coding regulations, policies, and procedures along with effective decision-making and problem solving skills in the outpatient and inpatient coding process. Opportunities to code may be available at all three Mayo Clinic sites - Jacksonville, FL; Rochester, MN; or Scottsdale, AZ. Reviews medical records and understands medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and surgical technology, pharmacology, and disease processes. Abstracts medical records and identifies and assigns appropriate ICD-9CM diagnosis codes, and surgical CPT codes for services including consultations, procedures, and tests. Assigns appropriate CPT modifiers and prices to surgical procedures performed at Mayo Clinic. Ensures appropriate DRG assignment for inpatient services. May provide education/support to clinical areas in regard to appropriate documentation and coding of services to achieve accurate billing. Is flexible and willing to adapt to changes in the work environment. Maintains effective and professional communication skills. Demonstrates excellent customer service. Contributes to a positive departmental image by exhibiting professionalism, adaptability, teamwork and mutual respect. Practices continuous improvement. Extensively uses computers and is proficient in various administrative software products to support coding activities.

Department: Patient Financial Services Operations

Qualifications: Associate's Degree in a healthcare related program with a minimum requirement of one of the following Licensure/Certification credentials: RHIT or RHIA or CCS or Bachelor's Degree in any field with a minimum of a CCS and 4 years of inpatient coding experience. Requires a good understanding of CPT, ICD-9CM coding, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and disease processes. Possesses PC skills, both keyboarding and applications. Knowledge of and experience with Finance systems and applications preferred. EEO/AA - M/F/D/V

Benefit Eligibility: Yes

Posting Begin Date: 06/04/2009

Posting End Date: Until Filled

Employment Type: Non - Exempt

Hours/2-Weeks: 80

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Shift: Days

Building: Mayo Clinic Phoenix Campus / Support Services Building

Salary: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Staffing Contact: Bethany Rattray

Mayo Clinic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity educator and employer.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
Job Segments: Healthcare, Medical Coding

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