Medical Coder I, II, III

Jordan Young Institute • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

Aligned Orthopedic Partners is recruiting for an experienced Medical Coder to support billing operations across multiple locations.

Medical Coder II: primary tasks involve coding and charge entry for spinal surgery

Medical Coder III: primary tasks are related to training, auditing and education of RCM employees and providers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required
• Two years of applicable experience; orthopedic office and surgery coding experience preferred
• Proven knowledge of CPT and ICD-9-CM coding for orthopedics and orthopedic surgery
• Able to multi-task and capable of remaining calm in a stressful situation
• Able to use a multi-line telephone system and the billing computer program
• Familiarity with federal, state, and commercial insurance guidelines and policies preferred
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient computer software and database skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of medical terminology, diagnostic and procedural coding, and the medical billing process

Nice To Haves

• orthopedic office and surgery coding experience preferred
• Familiarity with federal, state, and commercial insurance guidelines and policies preferred

Responsibilities

• Coding Researches and analyzes data and documentation needed for appropriate reimbursement.
• Analyzes medical records and identifies documentation deficiencies.
• Review and verify that documentation supports diagnoses, procedures, and treatments.
• Identifies diagnostic and procedural information.
• Follows coding conventions to assign diagnostic and procedural codes accurately and appropriately.
• Identifies discrepancies and billing issues.
• Researches, analyzes, recommends, and facilitates plans of action to correct discrepancies and prevent future coding errors.
• Assist RCM Team Lead or Manager in orienting, training, and mentoring staff.
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert to other staff.
• Handle special projects as requested.
• Charge Entry Accurately post charges in a timely manner; ensure completeness of charges; obtain missing information and expedite processing to optimize revenue cycle performance.
• Research, analyze, recommend, and facilitate plans to correct discrepancies and prevent future charge entry errors.
• Identify reportable elements, complications, and other procedures.
• Research missing encounters monthly.
• General Check designated voicemail throughout the day to ensure prompt follow up.
• Perform designated functions required for accurate daily close of the billing system.
• Work collaboratively with peers to cover workloads, special projects, and other duties.
• Work with all other functional areas of the Revenue Cycle Management team, including EDI/claims, charge posting, payment posting and patient accounts.
• Communicate all issues or potential issues to leadership.
• Assist in preparation of practice summary reports, as requested or assigned.
• Attend regularly scheduled business office meetings; assist in identifying “best coding and billing practices” to ensure appropriate reimbursement.

Benefits

• We strive to enrich the lives of our team and offer a variety of health and wellness benefits including medical and dental benefits, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage, a matching 401K program, generous paid time off, and an environment that celebrates continuous learning and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees