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Coding Specialist

Boynton Beach, FL · On-site

Apply current ICD-10 coding guidelines specific to mental health, behavioral health, substance use, and psychiatric hospitals/facilities. * Ensure codes accurately reflect the patient's documented ...

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AspectBehavioral CoderBehavioral Data Analyst
Required CredentialsTraining in coding protocols, often with certification in behavioral codingDegree in psychology, statistics, or related field; proficiency in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in research settings, observing and coding behaviors from videos or live sessionsData analysis in research, healthcare, or corporate settings, interpreting behavioral data
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, behavioral clinics, academic studiesResearch firms, healthcare organizations, market research
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles involving behavioral observation and codingCompared for roles involving data interpretation and analysis of behavioral data

The main difference between a Behavioral Coder and a Behavioral Data Analyst lies in their focus: coders primarily observe and categorize behaviors, while analysts interpret behavioral data to derive insights. Both roles require understanding of behavioral concepts, but their tools and objectives differ significantly.

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Coding Specialist

Boynton Beach, FL • On-site

NeuroBehavioral Hospital
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Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Review patient medical records, clinical notes, assessments, and treatment plans to identify diagnoses, treatments, and procedures requiring coding.

  • Assign accurate ICD-10-CM and procedural codes based on documentation and established coding guidelines.

  • Collaborate with clinical, billing, utilization review, and administrative departments to resolve coding and documentation issues.

Job description

Coding SpecialistPosition Summary

The Coding Specialist is responsible for reviewing patient medical records and accurately translating diagnoses, treatments, and procedures into appropriate universal alphanumeric medical codes. This position ensures clinical documentation is accurately coded in accordance with applicable coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards. The Coding Specialist plays an important role in supporting accurate billing, reimbursement, medical record integrity, and compliance within a mental health and substance use treatment environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Review patient medical records, clinical notes, assessments, treatment plans, and other supporting documentation to identify diagnoses, treatments, and procedures requiring coding.
  • Assign accurate ICD-10-CM and applicable procedural codes based on provider documentation and established coding guidelines.
  • Apply current ICD-10 coding guidelines specific to mental health, behavioral health, substance use, and psychiatric hospitals/facilities.
  • Ensure codes accurately reflect the patient's documented diagnoses, services provided, and level of care.
  • Review documentation for completeness, consistency, and accuracy prior to coding and billing.
  • Identify missing, unclear, conflicting, or ambiguous documentation and communicate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to obtain clarification when appropriate.
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing medical records to minimize billing, financial, compliance, and legal risks.
  • Ensure coding practices comply with applicable federal and state regulations, HIPAA requirements, payer requirements, and organizational policies.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of protected health information (PHI) at all times.
  • Collaborate with clinical, billing, utilization review, and administrative departments to resolve coding and documentation issues.
  • Stay current with changes to ICD-10 guidelines, coding requirements, payer regulations, and applicable behavioral health and substance use treatment standards.
  • Identify potential documentation and coding discrepancies and bring concerns to appropriate leadership for resolution.
  • Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical billing software, and other technology necessary to perform coding responsibilities.
  • Assist with audits, quality assurance reviews, and compliance activities related to medical records and coding.
  • Maintain organized and accurate coding records and documentation.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications & Skills
  • Strong grasp of medical terminology
  • Must have Credentials like CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist).
  • Pays Attention to details, and have high accuracy in reading medical records to prevent financial or legal errors.
  • Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) and medical billing software.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience coding in a psychiatric hospital, behavioral health facility, substance use treatment center, or similar healthcare setting.
  • Experience with behavioral health and substance use disorder coding.
  • Experience working with insurance claims, reimbursement, billing, or utilization review.
  • Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance, and other applicable payer requirements.
  • Experience participating in coding audits or compliance reviews.
Core Competencies
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Medical terminology and coding knowledge
  • Knowledge of behavioral health and substance use documentation
  • Confidentiality and professionalism
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Organization and time management
  • Regulatory and compliance awareness
  • Teamwork and collaboration