Coder - Physician Services | Eye Center | Day Shift | Part-time

UF Health • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The coder is primarily responsible for performing CPT-4 and ICD-10 coding from appropriate source documents, in accordance with all UFHP, B/AR and department standards related to billing protocols and compliance. The coder is also responsible for training physicians and other staff regarding documentation, billing and coding and for providing feedback to physicians regarding billing practices. The coder may participate with practice management in the oversight of certain practice billing activities as in certain billing follow-up activities. The coder is responsible for performing various administrative and clerical duties required to support these functions and on an as needed basis, may be required to perform other tasks.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• CCS or CPC certification required (or obtained within one year of employment).
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology preferred.
• Minimum 6 months previous physician coding and abstracting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CPT-4 and ICD-10 coding from appropriate source documents.
• Ensure compliance with UFHP, B/AR and department standards related to billing protocols.
• Train physicians and other staff on documentation, billing, and coding.
• Provide feedback to physicians regarding billing practices.
• Participate in oversight of certain practice billing activities.
• Perform various administrative and clerical duties to support coding functions.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees