Profee Coder III (Radiology (IR), Vascular and Neurosurgery Coding)

Here at Savista, we enable our clients to navigate the biggest challenges in healthcare: quality clinical care with positive patient experiences and optimal financial results. We partner with healthcare organizations to problem solve and deliver revenue cycle improvement services that enable their success, support their patients, and nurture their communities, all while living our values of Commitment, Authenticity, Respect and Excellence (CARE).

Job Summary

This is a Coder III–level position. The Coder III is responsible for researching, reviewing, interpreting, and processing Interventional Radiology (IR), Vascular, and Neurosurgery coding and billing charges. This role supports all coding functions for the IR, Vascular, and Neurosurgery departments and will communicate regularly via email and messaging with clinic staff to ensure compliant, accurate, and appropriate coding practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Preform charge capture, apply diagnoses and modifiers and demonstrate understanding of NCCI edits or other applicable regulatory requirements

• Maintains coding knowledge and billing regulations associated with CPT and ICD-10 codes, and modifiers.

• Consults with Coding Managers on any edit discrepancies.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Complete assigned work functions utilizing appropriate resources.

• Participate in client and staff meetings, trainings, and conference calls as requested and/or required.

• Participate in continuing education activities to enhance knowledge, skills, and maintain current credentials.

• Maintains 95% coding accuracy rate and client's productivity standards.

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years professional coding experience in a large academic medical setting is required.

• Experience in coding professional Interventional Radiology services is required.

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and pathophysiology.

• Active AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) CIRCC, COC, CPC or Active AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) CCS at the time of hire.

• Extreme attention to detail with the ability to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.

• Strong knowledge of EPIC, Microsoft Office and TEAMS.

• Must display excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills with all levels of internal and external customers.

• Proficient in teaching facility guidelines.

Note: Savista is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The hourly range for this role is from $27.00 to $35.00. However, specific compensation for the role will vary within the above range based on many factors including but not limited to geographic location, candidate experience, applicable certifications, and skills.

SAVISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, veteran status, disability, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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