Coding Specialist Iii
CurrentConducts in-depth medical claims coding analysis utilizing ICD-9-CM, ICD-10- CM/PCS, CPT-4, and HCPCS Level II/III coding principles to ensure the claims in review has been coded and paid correctly. Provides electronic documentation of findings and conclusions with determinations of claims coding payment appropriateness in review tool fields. Reviews and completes the required number of claims reviews in accordance with established production standards for the project Communicates internally with all levels of the UPIC program. (Program Integrity, Operations and Medical Review). Participates in QA and IRR monitoring as requested Complies with departmental policies and procedures Complies with Program Integrity Manual (PIM) and Statement of Work (SOW) guidelines and CMS/individual state (Medicaid) directives and regulations pertaining to integrity, fraud, overpayments, and the handling and disclosure of information.