Coding Specialist II, Anesthesia

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring proper coding compliance, documentation accuracy, and adherence to coding guidelines and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Assign appropriate diagnosis codes (ICD-10) and procedure codes (CPT/HCPCS) to patient encounters based on medical documentation, physician notes, and other relevant information.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines, including those outlined by the American Medical Association (AMA), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and other regulatory bodies.
• Analyze medical records, including physician notes, laboratory results, radiology reports, and operative reports, to extract pertinent information for coding purposes.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and quality in coding assignments to ensure proper reimbursement and minimize claim denials.
• Utilize coding software, encoders, and electronic health record systems to facilitate the coding process.
• Support coding compliance efforts by participating in coding audits, internal or external coding reviews, and documentation improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of coding activities, including tracking productivity, coding accuracy rates, and any coding-related issues or challenges.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree in Medical Billing and Coding preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred.
• Medical Coding Experience 2-3 years required.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

• Remote Work Location: 399 Revolution Drive
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.22 - $31.71/Hourly

Grade

4