Coder/Abstractor - OSFMG - Escanaba, Michigan (MIC000263)
The CODER/ABSTRACTOR works under the direction of the SUPERVISOR CHARGE ENTRY-PATIENT RELATIONS-REIMBURSEMENT.
Promotes and exemplifies the mission and values of The Sisters of The Third Order of St. Francis and supports the goals of OSF Healthcare System; Responsible for correct coding and charge entry of all patient encounters including office visits, off site testing, labs, hospital and nursing home charges; responds to all inquiries by patients regarding their bill and/or charges posted to their billing or other pertinent data; using their advanced knowledge of CPT and ICD-9 coding, evaluates each charge for accuracy and requests review if necessary; maintains an understanding of all Michigan coding and Michigan specific provider requirements; posts Time-of-Service payments as assigned; responsible for daily batching and balancing; works with Peoria CBO to solve charge entry problems; gathers information necessary for completion of charge entry; attends meetings as required; completes other assignments as required by the SUPERVISOR CHARGE ENTRY-PATIENT RELATIONS-REIMBURSEMENT.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•High school diploma or equivalent.
•Two years previous experience with physician office coding.
•Advanced knowledge of CPT, ICD-9 and HCPC's required.
•Basic Windows skills required.
•Additional software training as necessary.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, , marital status, national origin or ancestry, age physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability or an unfavorable discharge from military service.
Experience the OSF culture and community by
Affirmative Action. Contractor and Subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.01, 60-300.5(a), 60-741.5(a), and 61-300.10. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based upon their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, , orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, , orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
