Radiology Partners

practice OVERVIEW

Radiology Partners, through its owned and affiliated practices, is a leading radiology practice in the U.S., serving hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the nation. As a physician-led and physician-owned practice, we advance our bold mission by innovating across clinical value, technology, service and economics, while elevating the role of radiology and radiologists in healthcare. Radiology is a team sport, and Radiology Partners is building a community of physicians and support teammates who embody our practice values and believe in our bold mission to transform radiology. Our support team is a vital force within the practice, using their gifts and talents to improve the overall healthcare experience. Using a proven healthcare services model, Radiology Partners provides consistent, high-quality care to patients, while delivering enhanced value to the hospitals, clinics, imaging centers and referring physicians we serve.

Position Summary

Radiology Partners is seeking a Medical Coding Auditor who will be accountable for conducting coding and data quality audits of all imaging modalities in the Coding department. The Medical Coding Auditor will be responsible for correcting coding errors, reviewing denials and providing thorough investigation of re-coding for submission. Will work with the Coding Manager on implementing the coding review workflow that includes but not limited to sampling methodology, medical record review/audit approach, validation criteria, audit result reporting, root cause analysis and corrective action plan.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Review medical records for the determination of accurate assignment of all documented ICD 10 codes for diagnoses and procedures
• Validate and correct coding errors for all aspects of the charge. Perform all other duties as assigned
• Investigate and recode any applicable denials after thorough research
• Provide real time dictation feedback, audit feedback and/or education/training to physicians, coders and other teammates on coding and clinical documentation and communicate for need for documentation to ensure accurate coding
•  Demonstrate ability to achieve accuracy and consistency in the selection of principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures
• Identify and communicate documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues (lacking documentation, physician queries, etc.) to Coding Manager for follow-up and resolution
• Evaluate and prepare as indicated daily, weekly and monthly reports indicating coding quality levels and opportunities for charge capture and revenue integrity
• Monitor, prepare and present reports including, but not limited to, coding accuracy, medical record deficiency, coding validation discrepancies or completeness of procedure report
• Stay current with AHA Official Coding and Reporting Guidelines, CMS, ACR, AMA and other agency directives for coding
• Attend coding seminars on annual basis for outpatient coding
• Perform other reasonably related duties assigned by the Coding Manager or other management
• Provide coverage when available or needed in the department
• Perform other reasonably related duties assigned by the Coding Manager or other management

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have experience coding Interventional/Diagnostic Radiology procedures and the ability to organize and prioritize work and manage multiple priorities 
• CIRCC certification is required for this position
• 2+ years with Interventional Radiology auditing required
• Experience with vascular and/or open vascular auditing a plus
• Excellent attention to detail 
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with Radiology staff 
• 2+ years of coding and abstracting experience with ICD-9 – ICD-10 preferred 
• CIRCC and/or CPC certification through the American Health Information Management Technician (AHIMA) as one of the following: Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Based (CCS-P), or certified through the American Association of Procedural Coders (AAPC) as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) 
• Experience and proficiency in Radiology coding highly preferred 
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access) and internet resources 

Radiology Partners is an equal opportunity employer. RP is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential. We are united by our Mission to Transform Radiology and in turn have an important impact on the patients we serve and the healthcare system overall. We hold that diversity is a key source of strength from which we will build a practice culture that is inclusive for all. Our goal is to empower and engage the voice of every teammate to promote awareness, compassion and a healthy respect for differences.

The hourly range for this position is $27.50 - 30.00. Final determinations may vary based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location etc. In addition to this range, Radiology Partners offers competitive total rewards packages, which include possible incentive and productivity programs, health & wellness coverage options, 401k benefits, and a broad range of other benefits such as family planning and telehealth (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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