Coding Specialist

Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute•Jacksonville, FL

2d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute is hiring a Certified Medical Coder for its orthopedic physician practice. The position translates information from patient medical documents into accurate diagnostic and procedure billing codes. The practice has 16 physicians and 7 mid-level providers. The role is full-time and located at 1325 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville, Florida 32207, with a Monday–Friday schedule. The coder assigns billing codes in accordance with third-party payer requirements, works with physicians and other patient care providers to resolve documentation questions, enters charges, and reviews and audits billing and documentation records. The position also includes educating providers and staff on coding practices and following HIPAA policies and departmental procedures. The work takes place in an office environment and requires sitting and standing. Tasks may be complex and varied and require independent knowledge and judgment.

Requirements

At least 3 years of practical experience, including coding from medical charts.
CPC certification.
ICD-10 training or education.
Experience in physician CPT and ICD-10 coding.
Knowledge of healthcare billing and reimbursement, including industry-standard billing rules.
Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
Well organized and detail-oriented.
Demonstrated problem-solving techniques.
Computer proficiency.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Assign appropriate diagnostic and procedure billing codes in compliance with third-party payer requirements.
Interact with physicians and other patient care providers regarding billing and documentation policies, procedures, and regulations.
Obtain clarification of conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation.
Enter charges and document activity in accordance with company documentation standards.
Review and audit provider billing and documentation records.
Educate providers and staff on proper coding procedures.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA Privacy and Security Policies and Procedures.
Follow established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.