Coder II - Surgical (Remote)

Cedars-Sinai•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$32 - $50•Remote

About The Position

Under general direction of the Coding Supervisor, (using knowledge of CSMC and Official Coding guidelines, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathological basis of disease, documented treatment and procedures performed at CSMC and Cedars-Sinai Affiliates and their locations) assigns ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for patients receiving services at CSMC. Accurately assigns all applicable modifiers for all patients to assure optimal reimbursement and the highest quality data possible

Requirements

Certified Procedural Coder (CPC) required.
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 3 years of surgical coding experience within a multi-specialty medical group or multi-specialty physician practice (i.e., Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, General Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Gastroenterology)
Familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding and payment methodologies.
Working knowledge of all California and National reporting requirements.

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Specialty Credentials (CGSC or others) preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs accurate and timely coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers).
Maintains familiarity with issues like coding regulations, Medicare rules, visits and procedures on the same day, consultation vs. referral, surgeries, etc.
Understands and implements coding guidelines for multi-specialty surgical practices and/or complex surgical coding.
Attends seminars and workshops, as applicable, for updates on new coding rules and regulations.
Elevates issues, as appropriate, to the Coding Supervisor and Manager.
Meets productivity and quality standards as designated by Coding Supervisor and Manager.
Understands coding trends to include NCD, LCD, and CMS guidelines.
Identifies trends and issues with overall division and individual physician coding practices and presents solutions.
Maintains confidentiality of patient care and business matters.
Follows policies and procedures pertinent to the coding and compliance departments.