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2024 AAPC Testing Information

January 1-14, 2024: AAPC has a 2-week exam blackout period while implementing 2024 exam updates.  During this timeframe, no exams will be administered.

Jan 15th, 2024:  Exams resume, and if you did not redeem your in-person voucher by December 31, 2023 it will be automatically transferred to an electronic exam voucher.  2 Electronic testing options are available:

• Live Remote Proctor (LRP)
• Meazure Learning Testing Center

If you have questions regarding exams or testing options, please contact AAPC national

Below are links to job and career pages for various healthcare orgainzations in our area. 

Advent Health

Blue Cross Blue Shield Kansas City

Cerner

University of Kansas Health System

Please submit job postings to AAPC.KansasCity@gmail.com

Postings will remain on our website for 60 days, unless otherwise requested

Sharper Vision PA - Medical Biller Position

Responsibilities:

• Review and verify accuracy of patient information and billing data and resolve any discrepancies
• Complete EDI agreements and credentialing
• Answer patient questions and concerns about outstanding balances and statements
• Check and review patient benefits and claims (clinical and surgical)
• Collaborate with RCM to ensure accurate and timely billing by completing work list and forwarding payments
• Post insurance and patient payments on accounts
• Prepare and send out payment plan statements and collection letters
• Run prior-authorizations for surgeries and clinical visits
• Code and send surgical claims to PM
• Search for payments not on ERA
• Complete chart review requests
• Maintain billing records and documentation

Requirements:

• Attention to detail
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Time management abilities
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines
• Experience working with PM and EHR systems
• Proficient in using computer software for data entry and analysis
• Previous experience as a billing specialist (1-2 years’ experience preferred)
• High school diploma
• Medical coding certificate program or 2 year HIM program (preferred)

Preferred Certification/License:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)/Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT)

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 28 – 30 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9am – 3pm

Pay: $18-22/hour depending on experience and certification with the potential of bonuses and raises

Work setting: Hybrid work (Work from home Monday, Thursday, Friday; Work from clinical office Tuesday and Wednesday)

Experience: Medical billing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:CPC/CCS (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote at 21620 Midland Dr., Ste. B, Shawnee, KS 66218

Contact: Hannah Krull at hannah@kansascitylasik.com

Posted 7/18/2024

Finance Coordinator - Billing & Coding

Children's Center for the Visually Impaired

Contact: Leigh Harper; Director of Human Resources

Email: lharper@ccvi.org

Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly up to 20 hours per week
Reports To: Director of Finance
Direct Reports: N/A
Summary/Objective
Working with the Finance Director, the Finance Coordinator will primarily handle billing for school
districts, First Steps, processing insurance claim submissions, and researching claim rejects and denials.
The position may also perform accounting and finance duties by utilizing accounting software programs
to process business transactions. In addition, the Finance Specialists will have a focus on process
improvements to realize efficiency.
Key Competencies
 Attention to detail, problem-solving and organizational skills
 Time and schedule management skills
 Collaboration and team management
 Trust, integrity and ability to build positive relationships
 Commitment to confidentiality
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these
essential functions.
 Accurate preparation and submission of claims to medical insurances, school districts and private
pay accounts.
 Status reporting of unpaid claims and collaborate with payors to resolve issues.
 Research claim denials and clearinghouse edits.
 Conduct claim inquiries and appeals.
 Complete requests for medical information and other related correspondence.
 Verify financial eligibility for clients with insurance.
 Stay informed on billing requirements from external agencies, including insurance payors.
 Participate in monthly and year-end close by gathering data to accurately prepare and report
financial information.
 Maintain files and documentation in accordance with internal controls and accepted accounting
practices. Ensure accounting department record retention process.
 Perform data entry for donor administration.
 Participate in monthly and year end close.
 Special projects related to improving processes and increasing efficiencies.
 Respond to inquiries from internal and external staff regarding financial matters.
Other duties
 Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all
activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,
responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work environment
 Office environment. No extreme temperatures.
 Hybrid remote work may be considered.
Physical demands
 Sitting, standing, and walking.
 Lifting up to 50 pounds.
 Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Travel required
 Little to none.
Required education and experience
 Understanding of CPT coding, diagnosis codes and medical terminology
 Minimum of 2 years medical billing experience
 Self-starter, analytical and problem-solving skills are a must.
Preferred education and experience
 Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in the field of accounting or finance.
 Previous nonprofit experience a plus.
 Coding experience a plus.
Additional eligibility requirements
 Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel
 Accounting software like Quickbooks or others preferred
Expected Salary - $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Posted 06/13/2024