Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This position requires frequent short distance travel to physiciansâ™ offices/affiliated institutions, otherwise normal office environment with variable pressures and time constraints.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibility

• Ensures the coding protocols adheres to standards consistent with official CPT procedural and ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding standards, University policy and government & third party regulations. Keeps abreast of changes to CPT and ICD-10-CM. Organizes, interprets, condenses and disseminates changes and procedures to the appropriate supervisors, staff, physicians and physician staff in a timely manner.
• Schedules & performs medical chart audits for correct coding and compliance with governmental and third party regulations. Provides feedback to practitioners regarding audit results and education on proper coding techniques and/or compliance regulations. Provides education to new providers and residents on proper documentation & billing compliance.
• Monitors physician note completion and provide reports to providers on regular basis.
• Ensures all eligible employees in the department complete their annual billing compliance training. Liaison with School of Medicineâ™s Office of Physician Billing & Compliance. Assists with development of ICD-10 and serves as university contact for ICD-10 sub-committee. Maintains up-to date coding and compliance files on each practitioner including departmental signature log.
• Assists clinical services staff with policy interpretation, coding questions, and appeal letters as needed.
• Assists with investigating & pursuing new billing opportunities specific to the department.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Frequent short distance travel to physiciansâ™ offices/affiliated institutions, otherwise normal office environment with variable pressures and time constraints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current RHIT/RHIA certification or CPC/CCS-P certification.
• Minimum of three years of experience in physician coding and compliance.
• Expertise in CPT-4, HCPCS and ICD-10 Coding & compliance regulations.
• Knowledge of compliance and third party regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare practitioners and co-workers.
• Working knowledge of computers, medical terminology and medical claims review.
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence.

Required Qualifications

Associateâ™s degree with three years of experience in health-related field or combined education and experience in a health-related field of five years.

Grade

C12

Salary Range

$59,300.00 - $92,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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