Ku Wichita Medical Practice Association

Job Title

Work Schedule: M-F; variable work schedule

Pay is commensurate upon years of experience

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.

Education

Associate Degree preferred or Coding Certification

Experience

One to two years related experience

Skills & Abilities

Computer Skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel) Medical practice EMR software experience Tenkey pad

Certificates & Licenses

Certified Professional Coder

Other Requirements

Medical Terminology Familiarity with coding and insurance guidelines Multitasking Ability Oral and written communication skills Accurately work multiple Medical EMR systems Accurately code progress notes and submit clean claims