Coding Specialist

As a Bristol Hospice Coding Specialist, you are responsible for the review of medical documentation to ensure all codes are entered accurately. This position will also meet coding deadlines, resolve coding holds, assist Medical Billing Specialists in resolving rejected claims
and provide training to the branch locations in medical coding, ICD10, etc.

Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visit bristolhospice.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Our Culture

Our culture is cultivated using the following values:

• Integrity: We are honest and professional.
• Trust: We count on each other.
• Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.
• Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
• Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.

An Average Day:
(Includes, but not limited to)

• Track admissions to ensure all admits are coded
• Review necessary information (H&P, NIA, physician notes) on all new admits and recerts for coding
• Input primary diagnosis and comorbidity codes as documented by clinical staff
• Comply with all ICD-10 and CMS guidelines
• Obtain additional documentation as needed from branch locations
• Meet coding deadlines to support timely submission of NOE
• Follow up with coding holds to ensure timely resolution
• Update diagnosis codes when needed
• Train the branch locations regarding medical coding, as needed
• Maintain effective communication with locations including timely response to emails and/or phone calls
• Assist Medical Billing Specialists in resolving coding issues for claim submission
• Must comply with company policies, procedures and processes in addition to Hospice rules and regulation
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have a minimum two (2) years of experience in Medicare/Medicaid coding,
• Hospice experience preferred
• Coding certification from AAPC, AHIMA or equivalent, preferred

We Got the Perks:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
• HSA & 401(k) available
• Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
• Advanced training programs
• Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry

Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!

EEOC Statement

Bristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.