Charge Entry Clerk/Coder
Colorado Springs, CO
Summary:
Colorado ENT & Allergy is the premier (and largest) ENT practice in the state of Colorado, we are dedicated to providing the most exceptional ear, nose, throat, and allergy care to our patients. To accomplish this goal, we continuously promote advancements in clinical practice and the utilization of state-of-the-art technology which benefits both our patients and employees. We are seeking an experienced Medical Coder to join our team!
Responsibilities:
- Coding of all patient encounters (CPT and ICD-10)
- Accurately process charge entry, ensuring billing has successfully processed to point of insurance carrier
- Routinely work the ATB reports ensuring all claims are received and problems claims are worked timely
- Comply with all legal requirements regarding coding procedures and practices
- Conduct audits and coding reviews to ensure all documentation is accurate and precise
- Respond to patient billing inquiries
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical billing office
- High School graduate or equivalent with formal billing training required.
- Certified Professional Coder required
- A high level of insurance knowledge with the resources to correct work denials via the online, telephone, fax or mail
- Previous customer service experience with customer accounts and billing related issues
- Previous experience with medical insurance reimbursement process, ICD10 and CPT coding
- Good working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required
- Knowledge of current third-party billing and collection regulatory guidelines and requirements
Key Skills:
- Ability to calmly and competently explain complex medical billing issues to patients and insurance companies
- Proactively identify and address basic billing problems to facilitate maximum reimbursement
- Efficiently direct workflow in the Billing Office based on business needs
- Accurately code operative reports
Salary Range is: $24.00- $30.00 Per Hour
We also offer the following competitive benefits package:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k)