Medical Billing & Coding Specialist

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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
02/28/25
Division:
Public Health Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Job Description Summary:

The Medical Billing & Coding Specialist is responsible for collecting and entering medical claims information into electronic health records. Track payments for services and follow up with insurance companies and patients for payment. Ensure provider and insurance information is accurate .

Schedule:

This is a full time, hybrid position, oper ating on a Monday- Friday schedule.

Compen sation :

Targeted Hiring Salary: $27.26 - $34.83 USD / Hour
Compensation will b e determin ed based on education, experience, and skills.

Benefits : Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, and more .

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JCPH Mission: Promoting and protecting health across the lifespan through prevention, education, and partnerships for all people.

JCPH Vision: Healthy People, Healthy Places .

Guiding Principles

• Respect: We approach all people with esteem, understanding, dignity and empathy.
  

• Equity: We approach all people with fairness, impartiality, and a willingness to help others.
  

• Collaboration: We work collectively for the mutual benefit of the community through the sharing of information, responsibility, resources, and ideas to achieve our mission.
  

• Trust: We act with benevolence, integrity, transparency, reliability, and competence.
  

• Innovation: We empower our staff to develop ideas, measure processes and improve methods to achieve our vision.
  

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Essential Duties:

• Verify insurance coverage and obtain necessary pre-authorization as necessary.
  

• Interpret medical information to assign ICD 10 diagnosis and CPT treatment codes to prepare and submit medical invoices for payment.
  

• Follow HIPAA guidelines in handling patient information.
  

• Track and collect payments, while updating patient records. Review and follow up with insurance company on unpaid or rejected claims. Resolves issues and resubmits claims .
  

• Prepare appeal letters to insurance carrier when not in agreement with a denial. Collect necessary information to accompany the claim.
  

• Work with insurance companies to ensure up to date coding is used, and any billing concerns are addressed in a timely manner .
  

• Act as a liaison between insurers, providers and patients.
  

• Evaluate records and prepare reports to provide transparency around billing and patient services.
  

• Maintain payer contracts and portal access to maximize reimbursement for services provided.
  

• Audit charts to ensure compliance and work with insurers and/or third party to support and address any compliance and regulatory concerns.
  

• Educate and advise clinic staff with properly coding provider services, procedures, diagnoses and treatments. Identify training needs and prepare and provide training to improve staff skills in collection and coding of health data.
  

• Other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or GED ,
  

• Plus t wo year s of work-related experience ,
  

• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Certified Medical Coder
  

• Certified Medical Biller
  

• Exceptional customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
  

• Ability to critical thinking to find resolutions effectively and efficiently
  

• Strong time-management skills and ability to shift priorities
  

Additional Information:

• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
  

• Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.
  

How to Apply:



Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .



Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .



For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs



Questions:

• County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or careertalent@jeffco.us
  

• Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org
  

• Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us
  

Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum two years

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Category:
Health & Human Services

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• Jefferson County Government

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