Coding Specialist, SGPA, Gastroenterology, Full-Time, Brunswick

Southeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Full-Time Coding Specialist to join our Gastroenterology team in Brunswick, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM, CPT codes, and APC’s to all applicable patient encounters.  You will perform these tasks within the requirements of the Centers of Medicaid & Medicare Services and other regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifies and codes all patient records and performs charge entry while maintaining a 96% accuracy rate.


• Demonstrates understanding of policies, procedures, and federal guidelines that apply directly to coding and other duties of the job.


• Effectively monitors billing reports and the accounts not selected for billing reports to avoid inappropriate delays in coding and billing.


• Effectively communicates current and revised coding changes and clarifications to Business Office and to Manager, Physician Practice.


• Works with Patient Financial Services Department in the review and correction of claims that fail the pre-billing editing screens.


• Stays abreast of current coding, billing, and reimbursement issues.


• Actively participates in the ongoing education of ancillary departments and Medical Staff members regarding coding regulations and role responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience

• 1 year ambulatory surgical and physician professional coding experience preferred.

Licensure

• Credentialed Coding Professional, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, CCS-P

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Positive interpersonal communication skills.  Demonstrates a cooperative attitude by being tactful and sensitive while using sound judgment when relating to others.  Proficient use of computer.

Why Join Southeast Georgia Health System?

• Mission-driven organization committed to safe, high-quality, and accessible care


• Outstanding work-life balance in a coastal community with mild winters and natural beauty


• Strong culture of collaboration, professionalism, and respect


• Meaningful opportunities for career growth and advancement without a large-city commute


• Membership in Coastal Community Health, a regional partnership with Baptist Health focused on advancing care quality and value


• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:




• Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials


• Sign-on Bonuses may be available for full-time roles


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Tuition reimbursement


• Wellness programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal employment laws. Applicants may review their rights in the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.