Coding Specialist

Altarum Institute is pleased to announce an opening for a mid-level certified coding specialist within our Revenue Cycle Management Practice. We are currently looking for a self-motivated candidate with proven ability to succeed in high-paced, dynamic environments under limited levels of supervision. The position is full time and based in our Alexandria, Virginia office with local travel to our client site and other occasional travel as needed. • Evaluate coding related healthcare operations. • Recommend coding operational changes that would improve revenue flow from third party collections. • Help facility staff implement recommended changes. • Develop and analyze coding policies. • Develop written products and prepare briefings to present to clients. • Serve as member of coding audit team as needed. • Other duties, as assigned. • Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or related field. Masters degree preferred, but not required. • Certified in coding by AAPC or AHIMA. • 4-6 years of coding experience at a healthcare entity or consulting company. • Good interpersonal and writing skills. • Working knowledge of CPT, ICD 9 and ICD 10. • Ability to research coding-related policies and issues using the Internet. • Ability to produce professional work products (white papers, memoranda, draft policies, PowerPoint presentations, research analyses, etc.) independently. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. • Proven ability to give professional presentations (e.g., positive evaluations from attendees). • Proven ability to work directly with clients with minimal oversight. • Ability to support multiple initiatives simultaneously. Other Considerations: • Revenue cycle experience preferred, but not required. • Working knowledge of federal healthcare systems (Military Health System, Veterans Health Administration and Indian Health Service) preferred, but not required. ABOUT ALTARUM: Altarum Institute is a nonprofit research and innovation institution with nearly 60 years of success in serving the public good by solving complex systems problems to improve human health - integrating research, technology, analysis and consulting skills. Altarum's dynamic work environment emphasizes integrity, personal commitment, and teamwork. In addition to the meaningful and challenging work, Altarum offers an outstanding benefits program that includes paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k (5% employer contribution and immediate vesting), a flexible work environment, and much more. We invite you to explore exciting and rewarding career opportunities with us. Altarum is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=515903-3-963     Company: Altarum Location: US-VA-Alexandria Job Category: Medical/Health Occupations: General/Other: Medical/Health Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Industry: Management Consulting Services;Healthcare Services Company: Altarum Referece Code: 1595