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Medical Billing Specialist (*MUST ALREADY RESIDE IN MONTANA-NOT a REMOTE POSITION*)

Job Schedule: Full-Time M-F

Your Experience Matters:

Community Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality scalability and significant impact in our local communities. As the Practice Coordinator at Community Medical Center youll work alongside our Lifepoint Health Support Center (HSC) team in embracing our vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier .

Job Summary:
Coder Applies the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval analysis and claims processing. Non-exempt

How youll contribute:

• Assigns accurate ICD diagnosis codes using compliant documentation.
• This position entails pro-fee coding data entry claims worklists denial review and any other duties as assigned.
• Some responsibilities will cross over to the Revenue Cycle Billing tasks.
• Assigns accurate CPT/HCPCS codes to records using compliant documentation.
• Applies knowledge of Coding Guidelines to select the appropriate diagnosis code.
• Uses available research and reference tools to understand the disease process and diagnosis.
• Interprets physician documentation within the coding guidelines and obtains clarification from physicians regarding vague or ambiguous record documentation.
• Enhances coding knowledge and skills with continuing education activities as described in .003 policy and by reviewing pertinent literature.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What were looking for:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Required;
• Required: CPC or at least 2 years in a medical setting and in-progress to get CPC. Required License: Certified Coder Certifications: CPC in progress or completed

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement:

Community Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Community Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.