Role Description
CARR is seeking a Coding Analyst II to support the Facility Coding & Reimbursement Team! This role supports facility coding and reimbursement across all lines of business, including:
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Contract development
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System configuration
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Code maintenance
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Medical policy implementation
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Claim editing
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Provider disputes
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Appeals
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Coding updates
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Claims adjudication
In this position, you will:
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Research complex coding and reimbursement issues
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Evaluate regulatory and industry changes
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Collaborate with Claims, Provider Network Management, Medical Policy, Clinical Coding Review, IT, and Customer Service to support payment accuracy, compliance, and reimbursement solutions
Qualifications
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Experience in facility coding and reimbursement, including inpatient and outpatient payment methodologies
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Experience with claims processing, reimbursement research, regulatory guidance, claims editing, and payment integrity reviews
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and communicate complex reimbursement topics
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Knowledge of MS-DRGs, APCs, revenue codes, facility billing requirements, contract reimbursement methodologies, and payer reimbursement systems is strongly preferred
Requirements
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Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required (4 years of professional work experience in a corporate environment)
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3 years of experience with Medical/Clinical Coding
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Coding certification from a nationally recognized coding organization (i.e. American Academy of Professional Coders-CPC or CPC-H certification, American Health Information Association CCS-P or CCS certification) is required
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If not Coding certified, must be willing to obtain certification within two years of being hired in the position
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or function in a team environment sharing responsibility, roles and accountability
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
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Must be a team player, organized, and able to handle multiple projects
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
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Knowledge and understanding of claims, customer service, member benefits, authorization, and reimbursement applications and configuration
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Knowledge and understanding of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Medicare provider reimbursement methodologies for at least one of the following specialty areas is required: Professional services, Facility services, or Home Health services
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Basic knowledge and understanding of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standardized claims transaction and medical/clinical
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