[Remote] Coding Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EMS Management & Consultants, Inc. is focused on maximizing client reimbursement through accurate data management. The Coding Specialist will be responsible for entering and processing ambulance call reports, ensuring compliance with various standards, and providing feedback on the billing process.ResponsibilitiesUsing various defined resources along with sound judgment and critical thinking, enter direct and interpreted data from ACR’s into billing software, ensuring adherence to client, company, and compliance standardsProvide proactive and routine feedback to Revenue Cycle Manager regarding any deficiencies, variances, and/or other issues identified during the billing process, including variances with incoming inventoryProcess all assigned pending and rejected claims in a timely and accurate mannerProcess and distribute all front-end client reporting in a timely and accurate mannerExhibit strong customer service skills to build and maintain internal relationships in order to best address client needsMeet or exceed contracted client SLAs concerning billing turn-around-times and compliance standards on a consistent basisConduct all job tasks, duties, and interactions with professionalism, respect, a positive attitude, and in accordance with company compliance policies and applicable government regulationsConsistently support and demonstrate the company mission and valuesPerform other necessary tasks as assignedInvolvement in special projects or meetings as directedProvide backup assistance to other team Coding Specialists and Revenue Cycle Specialists as neededProvide backup assistance to Customer Service Department as neededSkillsHigh School DiplomaAt least one-year experience in a healthcare office, production, or clinical environment or comparable classroom experienceStrong comfort level learning new computer programs and software at a rapid paceSelf-motivated, goal-oriented, and takes ownership of workAbility to effectively apply sound judgment and critical thinking in order to properly navigate through ambiguous scenariosAbility to learn, understand, and work within specific client requirementsAbility to learn, understand, and apply applicable HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, insurance, and liability regulations/guidelinesWilling and able to adapt to changes in work environment, procedures, priorities, and job dutiesWilling and able to receive positive and negative feedback and apply it to the work environment in an appropriate and effective mannerStrong internal customer service skillsGood verbal and written communication skillsPositive interpersonal skills with the ability to function well within a cross-functional team setting and independentlyDetail-oriented with a strong desire for accuracyMust be able to manage time and maintain focus, concentration, and productivity while performing repetitive and sometimes mundane workStrong, accurate data entry skillsCPC certification and/or 2+ years' experience in medical coding strongly preferredPrior EMS billing or EMS or healthcare revenue cycle experienceDetailed knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, insurance, and patient claimsPrior data entry experienceProficient in EMS|MC billing softwareBenefitsDiscretionary bonus planComprehensive benefit packageRetirement planHealth coveragePaid time offCompany OverviewEMS|MC is the largest billing services provider focused exclusively on emergency medical services in the United States. It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in Lewisville, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://emsbilling.com.



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