Ambulatory Coder III, Ortho, FT, Days, - Remote
About The Position
Responsible for abstracting and validating CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS codes for inpatient, outpatient and physician's office/clinic settings. Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines. Maintains knowledge of coding/billing updates and payer specific coding guidelines. Serves as a subject matter expert for assigned specialty. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Prisma Health is the largest not-for-profit health organization in South Carolina, serving more than 1.2 million patients annually. Our 32,000 team members are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of you and your family. Our promise is to: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent or post-high school diploma / highest degree earned.
- Five (5) years professional fee coding experience
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Specialty Certification from AAPC that correlates with assigned specialty
- Maintain knowledge of governmental and commercial payer guidelines.
- Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
- Proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, database
- Data entry skills
- Mathematical skills
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Abstracts/codes for assigned provider(s)/division(s) based on medical record documentation.
- Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines.
- Utilizes appropriate coding software and coding resources in order to determine correct codes.
- Communicates billing related issues to assigned supervisor/manager and participates in meetings in order to improve overall billing, when applicable.
- Follows departmental policies for charge corrections.
- Participates in coding educational opportunities (webinars, in house training, etc.).
- Provides feedback to providers in order to clarify and resolve coding concerns.
- Resolves assigned pre-billing edits.
- Assists in identifying areas that require additional training.
- Mentors and assists in training other coders and new team members
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
