NOTE: Rate of pay is commensurate with education and prior relevant experience.
MSN Healthcare Solutions, LLC is a leading national medical billing and practice management company providing innovative, efficient and compliant revenue cycle services to 100+ physician group practices. Backed by a highly experienced leadership team, cutting-edge technology and a "no shortcuts" approach, MSN is a trusted partner in redefining healthcare services. We offer competitive benefits and career development tools designed to promote continued professional growth.
POSITION SUMMARY: This position reports directly to the Coding Manager and indirectly to the Director of the Radiology Coding Department. The ideal candidate will possess solid physician-based coding experience, a strong understanding of CPT and ICD-10 coding and demonstrated expertise in Radiology - particularly interventional procedures. Interventional Radiology coding experience is strongly preferred; however, additional training will be provided for the individual hired.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/ or ability required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review physician documentation and accurately assign CPT and ICD-10-CM codes, with a primary focus on Interventional Radiology procedures, ensuring compliance and optimal reimbursement
- Monitor, reconcile, and report charge activity within Imagine billing software for assigned clients
- Ensure timely and accurate coding and billing in accordance with MSN policies, CMS guidelines, LCDs, and compliance standards
- Assist in resolving coding-related denials and identify documentation trends impacting reimbursement
- Communicate with physicians regarding documentation requirements specific to interventional and diagnostic Radiology services
- Maintain and update client-specific coding specification documents, including modality details, physician status, and practice locations
- Collaborate with MSN coding staff, offshore coding partners, and client-facing teams regarding coding updates, questions, or process improvements
- Communicate with MSN managers and clients to address missing reports, fee updates, documentation concerns, and coding clarifications
- Provide periodic reporting to clients regarding documentation issues, denial trends, and payment status
- Maintain active coding certification and complete required monthly CEU webinars
- Attend Coding Department meetings, including monthly webinars and annual meetings
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Completed course(s) in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology or related medical courses with excellent knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding, as well as CMS rules, LCD's and compliance as it pertains to coding, required
- Minimum of 3 years of physician-based medical coding experience required
- Radiology coding experience preferred; Interventional Radiology coding experience strongly preferred AND
- Active coding certificate from AAPC, RCCB or AHIMA, preferred. If not certified, will be required to complete certification training and obtain certification within 12 months of hire
- Active coding certification preferred (CPC, RCC, CCS or equivalent) from AAPC, RCCB or AHIMA. If not certified, must obtain acceptable certification within 12 months of hire
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
The Interventional Radiology Coding Specialist position requires constant mental alertness, attention to detail, and a high degree of accuracy in completing all assignments. This position is best suited for an individual with strong problem-solving skills and an exceptional work ethic.
- Strong working knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, CMS rules, LCD's and compliance standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to work independently under general supervision
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Highly motivated, organized and capable of managing multiple client assignment
- Strong time-management skills with the ability to meet productivity and deadline expectations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external contacts
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position is primarily clerical and sedentary in nature. The essential functions of the position are performed in a typical office or home office environment.
- Must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation, to include meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
- Must be able to listen and speak clearly when using a telephone
- Ability to maintain regular punctual attendance unless protected under the provisions of the ADA, FMLA or other Federal, State or Local regulations
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Radiology Coding: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- AAPCA, CCB OR AHIMA Coding Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
