Job Information
UKSM-W Medical Practice Association Coding Specialist (Behavioral Health) in Wichita, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13162881
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for verifying all behavioral health progress notes for completeness prior to coding. Verifies behavioral health insurance is appropriate prior to claim submission. Stays current on coding updates and insurance requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Applies appropriate linkage between CPT and diagnosis codes on claims; verifies progress note matches claim data.
- Performs chart audit reviews and provides feedback to physicians.
- Verifies all inpatient behavioral health physician walk sheets within the Medical EMR software.
- Responsible for staying current on insurance coding updates and policies.
- Attends various professional development programs on a regular basis.
- Creates new patient demographics within the Medical EMR software.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Other duties as assigned.