Medical Biller & Coder
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Medical Biller and Coder
REPORTS TO: Director of Finance
GENERAL FUNCTION:
To effectively bill and code office visits, treatments and procedures for Salish Cancer Center. To assist with oversight
of time-of-service collections, complete coding of services, charge-adjustment-payment posting, preparation and
review of patient statement, accounts receivable, appeals process, aging collections, cash reconciliations, and
charge review. To work with management and key personnel to streamline billing and coding functions at Salish
Cancer Center.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Collaborates with Highlands Oncology and any other applicable contracted agencies/personnel to
effectively manage daily operations associated with billing, coding, and the revenue cycle for the clinic.
• Completes billing and coding for billable activities at the practice.
• Performs coding and reimbursement duties associated with all clinical activity of the practice.
• Acts as a resource to providers regarding coding practices.
• Ensures accurate medical necessity documentation within clinical dictations.
• Audits all infusion billing for correct documentation, including waste, required for maximum
reimbursement.
• Communicates with and educates (until resolution) physicians and clinical staff regarding any
documentation issues in a timely manner to correct errors or omissions in patient medical records.
• Advises staff and providers with up-to-date information regarding billing or coding requirements, payer
changes, and reimbursement changes that will impact the practice.
• Serves as a liaison and resource for the clinic, and patient intake team for eligibility and authorization
related issues and questions.
• Works alongside the finance team to address and appeal all denials until payment is received or appeals
are no longer permitted.
• Work with clinic staff to address patient-facing concerns.
• Works with intake staff to collect all patient-owed balances, applying applicable write-off codes when
appropriate and approved by the Practice Administrator and finance team.
• Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE):
Graduation from an accredited billing and coding program or applicable relevant experience. Two (2) years of
professional billing, coding, and accounts receivable experience required. Two (2) years of professional billing,
coding, and accounts receivable experience in Oncology preferred. Two (2) years of experience with patient
account investigation and resolution required. Extensive knowledge of Oncology billing and coding,
documentation requirements, payer-specific requirements, and J code billing preferred. Experience with
Centricity and OncoEMR preferred. Experience with electronic claims submission sites required. BLS certification
required within 90 days of hire. Experience and/or ability to work with electronic health records/practicemanagement systems required. Strong technological capabilities and intermediate to expert proficiency in
Microsoft applications required.
COMPETETIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS:
• 100% Employer paid premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employer paid base Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave
• 11 annual observed paid holidays, plus a birthday holiday
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program with mental health, financial, and legal support
• 401k plans that allow for enrollment within 6 months of hire with profit sharing and immediate vesting
• Ample, free parking with 24-hour security for a gorgeous office space
• Continuing Education/Professional Development Support
• License and Certification Reimbursement
• Homebuyer Assistance Program and Much More!
TO APPLY: A Salish employment application and resume are required. Applications can be found at
www.salishcancercenter.com or can be requested via email. Positions that are open until filled may close at any time.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer while practicing Native preference according to law.
Completed Resumes can be sent to:
Human Resources Department
3700 Pacific Highway E.
Suite 100,
Fife, WA 98424
253.382.6306
Resumes can be sent to:
HumanResources@salishcancercenter.com
Due to the large number of applications that may be received, not everyone who applies for a vacant position