Coding & Reimburs Spec
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Extended Job Title
Coding & Reimburs Spec
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
522431 - Coding Ama
Position Description
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) and adheres to official coding guidelines and the Values Based Culture of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Reviews official medical records with physician/healthcare provider documentation and assigns appropriate codes for all physician/healthcare provider services from current editions of official coding sources; ensures accurate, complete, and timely code assignments for all physician/healthcare provider services to include procedural, diagnosis, and supplies in all places of service.
Requisition ID
39265BR
Travel Required
None
Pay Grade Maximum
32.48
Major/Essential Functions
Coding and billing of patient interactions, work denials, data entry, education an correspondence with provider on coding changes and trends.
Grant Funded?
No
Pay Grade Minimum
16.00
Pay Basis
Hourly
Schedule Details
M-F 8-5
Work Location
Amarillo
Preferred Qualifications
CPC Certification
Campus
HSC - Amarillo
Department
Coding Ama
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
Job Group
Information and Records Clerks
Occasional Duties
All other duties assigned.
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
High School graduate or equivalency required. A combination of coding and reimbursement or Medical billing experience, preferably in a physician group or health care institution to equal two years. Must include procedural and diagnosis coding; prefer experience in academic health care setting. OR High School graduate or equivalency required. Current coding certification from the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) or the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certification to remain current during term of employment.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Navy Enlisted Classification Code
HM
Air Force Specialty Code
4A0X1
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.