Profee Surgical Coder- USFTGP UMSA RCO Coding

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

18h

About The Position

The Professional Surgical Coder is an advanced coding position responsible for accurately and promptly assigning diagnoses, modifiers, and procedure codes to physician surgical encounters in outpatient and inpatient settings. The role applies established department policies and protocols alongside current versions of ICD-10-CM and CPT-4.

The coder queries providers when documentation requires clarification and proactively works with medical leadership to address documentation trends. With direct support and direction from the Coding Lead, Coding Supervisor, and/or Coding Manager, the coder maintains current skills and knowledge. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and standards related to health information and coding principles. It also serves as a resource and subject matter expert to clinical and revenue cycle staff on coding guidelines, regulations, and best practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC or a Certified Coding Specialist–Physician-based (CCS-P) from AHIMA.
• At least two years of experience in surgical or procedural coding.
• Experience entering codes into a database and/or software tool.
• Professional working experience with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and medical terminology.
• Advanced knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Knowledge of National and Local Coverage Determinations and encoder products.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to complete assignments within the parameters of instructions, prescribed routines, and accepted practice standards.
• Advanced analytical skills to gather and interpret data.
• Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills.
• Coding assessment accuracy standard is greater than 95%.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and timely assign diagnoses, modifiers, and procedure codes to surgical encounters in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Use established department policies and protocols and current ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems.
• Query providers when documentation requires clarification.
• Work proactively with medical leadership to address concerns in documentation trends.
• Maintain coding skills and knowledge with support and direction from the Coding Lead, Coding Supervisor, and/or Coding Manager.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards related to health information and coding principles.
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert to clinical and revenue cycle staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED