Coding Analyst at TEXASCONNECT INC – Lubbock, Texas

Open to Texas residents ONLY.

There are two open positions.

The Coding Analyst is an entry level position and will work with a Senior Coding Analyst for the first year in the position. The Coding Analyst reports to the Lead Coding Analyst. The Coding Analyst is primarily responsible to assist with identifying gaps in submissions, ensuring correct data quality issues and areas of coding improvements for CMS Risk Adjustment and Quality Incentive programs. The Coding Analyst will assist with data collection for CMS Sweeps.

SPECIFIC SKILLS NEEDED

• Excellent oral and written communications
• Ability to learn quickly
• Strong organizational skills
• Data entry skills
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10 coding

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
Required:
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three years’ experience performing medical group related billing, claims, medical assisting or medical records.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology and Disease Processes
• ICD-10 Certified
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or similar billing and coding certification
• Computer keyboarding is required.

Preferred:
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) preferred

• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) preferred