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A fantastic hospital outside of Geneva, AL is seeking a full-time, permanent Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to join their outstanding New Day Behavioral Health team. Come join an amazing team ...

Revenue Cycle Certified Coder

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Generous PTO - up to 3 weeks in your first year, plus an additional wellness day to recharge * 10 ... Serve as an internal resource and subject matter expert regarding behavioral health coding ...

Medical Coder, 40hrs

Devens, MA · On-site

$20.75 - $27.75/hr

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What is a Day Behavioral Health Coder?

A Day Behavioral Health Coder is a medical coding professional who specializes in assigning standardized codes to diagnoses and procedures related to behavioral health services provided during the day, such as in partial hospitalization programs or intensive outpatient settings. Their primary role is to ensure that all documentation for mental health and substance use treatment services is accurately coded for billing and insurance purposes. This helps healthcare providers receive proper reimbursement and maintain compliance with regulations. Day Behavioral Health Coders need to be familiar with coding systems like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, and must have a keen understanding of behavioral health terminology and treatment modalities.

What are some common challenges Day Behavioral Health Coders face when ensuring accurate coding and compliance?

Day Behavioral Health Coders often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex mental health documentation, keeping up with frequent updates to coding regulations, and ensuring codes accurately reflect both the services provided and the patient's diagnosis. Collaboration with clinicians is essential to clarify ambiguous notes and reduce the risk of errors that could affect billing or compliance. Additionally, coders must manage a high volume of records efficiently while maintaining accuracy to support timely reimbursement and uphold regulatory standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Day Behavioral Health Coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Day Behavioral Health Coder, you need a solid understanding of behavioral health diagnoses, medical terminology, and coding standards like ICD-10-CM and CPT, often supported by a certification such as CPC, CCA, or CCS. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software is vital for accurate documentation and claim submission. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for resolving discrepancies and collaborating with clinical staff. These skills ensure precise coding, compliance with regulations, and optimal reimbursement for behavioral health services.
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT

Family Care Health Centers

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Collaborates with Primary Care Providers, Behavioral Health Care Managers, and other team members to deliver integrated behavioral health care services.

  • Provides same-day behavioral health consultation for patients, including behavioral assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and brief intervention as requested by Primary Care Providers.

  • Meets the target number of patient encounters per year and attaches the appropriate billing code to each encounter.


Job description

I. BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for providing same-day behavioral health diagnostic assessment and interventions for patients of FCHC.
All employees of FCHC must ensure service standards are delivered, including:
FCHC Core
• Demonstrates a commitment to FCHC mission and vision.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude towards patients, employees, role, and the health center.
• Demonstrates FCHC core values (accountability, courtesy, excellence, flexibility, integrity, respect).
Customer Service and Professionalism
• Smiles and makes appropriate contact, greets individuals upon entry into building and space.
• Is customer service oriented to both internal (colleagues) and external (patients, clients, vendors, etc.)
customers. Treats patients, customers and colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Provides timely response to requests, tasks, and inquiries. Demonstrates good service turnaround.
• Demonstrates good communication skills and communicates in a tactful manner.
• Exhibits conflict resolution skills in order to foster effective working relationships and embraces a team
approach.
• Adheres to FCHC's dress code policies. Employee appearance and grooming appropriate.
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• Consistently shows commitment to position and team performance (i.e., attendance and punctuality).
• Consideration and acceptance of cultural differences of others; works well with individuals of diverse
backgrounds, supporting a culture of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Participates in training and professional development and completes required trainings in a timely manner.
Safety
• Adheres to and promotes a culture of safety and cleanliness.
• Adheres to HIPPA/Confidentiality standards.
• Respectful of FCHC property, properly and safely uses Health Center Equipment.
II. INTRADEPARTMENTAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Department Officer: Chief Behavioral Health Officer
Reports to: Manager of BH Consultation Services
Supervises: Graduate Students in Social Work and LMSWs, if applicable
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
JOB TITLE: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT~LCSW
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT ~ LCSW
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III. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Collaborates with the Primary Care Providers (PCPs), BH Care Managers and other members of the team (RNs,
Mas, CHWs) in the delivery of comprehensive and integrated behavioral health care services.
2. Provides same-day behavioral health consultation for patients at FCHC, as requested by their PCP, including
behavioral assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and brief intervention.
a. Clinical Practice Skills
i. Define problem accurately and use best practices to implement intervention rapidly
ii. Triage high-risk concerns and refer to appropriate level of care
iii. Conduct assessments with a solid understanding of DSM-5-TR, family systems, the
connection between physical and mental health, and the impact of trauma on patients and
families
b. Consultation Skills
i. Tailor PCP recommendations to the primary care setting; focus on recommendations that
support the provider's treatment of BH in primary care
ii. Conduct effective curbside consultations
iii. Employ knowledge of BH medications to help PCPs treat complex BH conditions and
substance use disorders, including consultation with psychiatry (internally, MOCPAP)
iv. Write clear, concise chart notes that meet billing guidelines and facilitate effective team care.
3. Meets the target number of encounters per year agreed upon with the supervisor and attaches the appropriate
billing code to each encounter.
4. Provides presentations to PCPs on BH topics of interest.
5. Networks with graduate programs in social work to develop our BH workforce.
IV. PERIODIC DUTIES:
1. Contributes services to community public health activities as appropriate.
2. Participates in Center work team as needed.
3. Participates in Center staff problem solving groups.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.
V. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Inside Center: All Inclusive.
Outside Center: Patients, community organizations and agencies, professional colleagues and organizations,
and institutions of learning.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT ~ LCSW
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VI. QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master's Degree in Social Work required.
2. Active MO state license (LCSW) required.
2. Minimum of two (2) years experience working in the field of social work or behavioral health care required.
3. Work experience or strong desire to work in urban community health setting preferred.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
VII. CONTINUING EDUCATION:
1. Active professional development as demonstrated through attendance of seminars, continuing education
programs, etc. is strongly recommended.
2. Satisfactory maintenance of continuing education standards as established by the Division of Professional
Registration of Missouri is required.
IX. CONFIDENTIALITY:
Respect for and maintenance of client and staff confidentiality is required.
The above responsibilities/duties describe the chief function (requirements) of the job (holder) and are not to be considered a
detailed description of every responsibility/duty (requirement) of the job (holder)