Orthopedic Surgery Coder

Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with the other Certified Medical Coders (CPC) to complete all aspects of coding surgical procedures.
• Coding of surgical procedures using CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes.
• Assignment of modifiers to procedures.
• Works closely with physicians and other providers/office staff regarding completeness of office notes and operative reports to ensure accurate coding.
• Serves as a resource and subject matter expert and as a coding consultant to providers.
• Identifies discrepancies, potential quality of care, and billing issues.
• Timely entry of office and surgical coding charges and assignment of copays and other service payments.
• Works closely with other members of the coding/billing team as well as the other departments within the CBO team.
• Handles special projects as requested.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of Orthopedic Surgery coding experience.
• Professional license or certification: CPC certification or equivalent.
• Skills: Proficient in MS Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint).
• Prioritize: Ability to deal with responsibility with confidential matters, ability to work in a multi-task, high-stress environment.

Pay

• $23.00/Hr.
• $30.00/Hr.