Coding Analyst

Coding Analyst

Willamette Valley Cancer Institute - Oregon's largest private oncology practice and a member of the US Oncology network - is looking for a Coding Analyst to join the team. This individual will have at least 3 years of experience as a CPC (or equivalent). Must have a working knowledge of CMS coding and documentation rules and regulations.

The general pay scale for this position at WVCI is $24.34 - $39.12. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to: prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.

Employment Type: Full time
Benefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)
Location: Eugene, OR

• Perform EMR chart audits for all providers in accordance with The US Oncology and CMS requirements.
• Records all procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes.
• Ensure captured charges and billings accurately reflect the medical record according to ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and CMS guidelines.
• Coordinates, schedules, and performs the professional services documentation and coding audits of outpatient records for the practice.
• Responsible for maintaining up to date knowledge of coding guidelines as they relate to services rendered such as AMA guidelines, Medicare LCD's, commercial payor billing guidelines, coding manuals.
• Maintains the confidentiality of medical information contained in each record.
• Assists with other audits such as hospital visits, consultations, and others as assigned.
• Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign current ICD and CPT codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Assists with US Oncology audit and compliance or reimbursement audits such as providing records, audit reports, and standard operating procedure manuals.
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPC (or equivalent) certification is required.
• Minimum three years medical coding experience required.
• Surgery coding experience required.
• Prior oncology experience preferred.
• Must possess a broad knowledge of managed care and HMO policies and procedures and Medicare benefits.
• Must possess a strong knowledge of current versions of ICD10, CPT and HCPCS.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.