Certified Professional Coder
About The Position
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER POSITION OVERVIEW: As part of the OCC Central Billing Office (CBO) you will work in collaboration with the other Certified Medical Coders (CPC). Certified Medical Coders are responsible for all aspects of coding patient office visits and surgical procedures. CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coding of orthopedic office and 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. SALARY & BENEFITS: $20-$25 Per hour Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Generous PTO package and paid holidays Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance. Opportunities for internal training and development Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules
Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret office notes and operative reports for coding purposes.
- Detail oriented and accuracy in coding.
- Accuracy in data entry into practice management system.
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
- Knowledge of CCI edits for coding accuracy.
- Independent worker with good communication skills.
- Knowledge of Allscripts a plus.
- Proof of up to date CEUs and coding certification.
- Minimum of one year of orthopedic coding experience.
- CPC certification
- Valid drivers license to travel to other offices, if needed.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 1 year of college
- 2 years of office experience in medical coding
- Spine surgery coding experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Coding of orthopedic office and 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.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous PTO package and paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
- Opportunities for internal training and development
- Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
- Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
- Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
