Orthopedics Surgical Coding Specialist
Description
The Orthopedics Surgical Coding Specialist is a remote, part-time non-exempt position.
We are seeking experienced coders with specialty specific knowledge to include Trauma/Fractures & Hand/Foot procedures for professional fee reimbursement.
The different encounters include: Inpatient surgical procedure (complex cases), Outpatient procedures, and ASC procedures.
Reviewing physician reports and appending appropriate CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9 codes, and modifiers
Managing work files to resolve coding edits by researching and using the most up-to-date tools available in order to make the appropriate and compliant corrections for reimbursement
Accurate and timely review and coding of procedures and surgeries for multi-specialty areas into the billing and accounts receivable system
Must have experience in reviewing physician documentation to assign the correct diagnosis and procedural codes for all encounters
Ensures all external regulations affecting the coding process are implemented in the work course to assure compliance and consistency of coding and reduce the risk of external audits.
Maintain a 95% coding accuracy on the quarterly internal QA policy
CPC or CCS-P certification required from AAPC or AHIMA
Remote work
Pay: $23 per hour / DOE
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Please contact us directly to discuss remote medical coding job openings at 405-494-0214.
Skills
Minimum of 5 years relevant coding experience
Working knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9-CM, Prospective Payment Systems, Correct Coding Initiative, Third Party Liability
Ability to read/understand complex surgical notes and medical records
Experience coding and/or auditing Medicare, Medi-Cal, and workers compensation
