Surgical Coding Specialist

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Coding Specialist responsible for CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM coding for Professional Fee surgeries. Working remotely for CorroHealth, focusing on various surgical specialties.

Responsibilities:

  • Coding Specialists are an important part of the Team at CorroHealth.
  • The Coding Team Member will provide CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM coding a minimum of 1-4 specialties.
  • Will be Coding Professional Fee surgeries.
  • Professional Fee Specialties could include General Surgery, Trauma, and more complex surgeries.
  • Team Member must be able to work from home and be independent in their coding skills.
  • Provide various components of coding services to support our clients.
  • Recognize critical care cases by patient acuity.
  • Code surgical procedures typical of an ER setting to capture additional revenue when appropriate.
  • Apply ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes to the highest level of specificity available.
  • Accurately apply diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT®, and HCPCS
  • Interpret coding guidelines for accurate code assignment
  • Identify the importance of documentation on code assignment and the subsequent reimbursement impact.
  • Align conduct with AHIMA's Standards of Ethical Coding and the Company’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and support the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Program.
  • Comply with all internal policies and procedures.

Requirements:

  • All coders MUST be certified through either the AAPC (CPC or COC) or AHIMA (CCS or CCS-P).
  • Must have at least a minimum of 2 years of on the job paid work experience coding various surgery types
  • Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.
  • Must have working knowledge and experience with systems such as EMR, Billing, etc
  • Must have a phone, reliable internet connection and current coding materials such as CPT and ICD-10-CM coding references.
  • Will be required to maintain an ongoing productivity level and accuracy rate of 95% or higher
  • Will be required to maintain a quality score of 95% or higher
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft programs like Excel and Outlook.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and written.
  • Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Company provided training and education