MEDICAL CODER - ONCOLOGY

General Summary

Responsible for application of CPT and ICD-10 codes to all procedures performed for a given date of service for The Toledo Clinic, as well as tracking of patients seen and working all eCW claims for denials, errors.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Consistently arrives at work on time and adheres to regular work schedule.

- Codes visits utilizing the ICD-10 and CPT codes from patient visit documentation. - Demographic registration/updates for all patients. - Enters charges into claim entry in eCW. - Monitors, submits, correct all claim activity. - Create workflow processes to ensure accuracy and accountability.

Other Essential Duties May Include but Are Not Limited To

- Assists patients and/or insurance companies with billing and authorization questions.

- Coordinate with providers to ensure all visits are accounted for utilizing hospital call schedules, census/rounding sheets and appointment schedules. - Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Required:

- Consistently arrives at work in appropriate/professional attire. - Completes all tasks within established time frame. - Knowledge of ICD10 and CPT codes and manuals required. - Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed. - Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles. - CPC or CCS-P or able to pass Toledo Clinic’s comprehensive coding test. - Adheres to all clinic policies and procedure.

Education:

- HS diploma or GED required.

Preferred:

- Medical coding education. - Previous coding experience.