Surgical Medical Coder

TEKsystems

7d•$25 - $32•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an Expert-Level Surgical Medical Coder to join a growing healthcare team. This role involves coding surgical medical records accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with established standards and guidelines. You will work closely with clinical and billing departments to maintain data integrity and support revenue cycle management.

Requirements

HS Diploma/GED.
CPC or CCS-P certification (required).
Proficient in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding.
2+ years coding general surgery professional services.
Experience with Profee (professional fee) coding and Epic.
Minimum 3 years in surgical coding or physician practice environment.
Must have own equipment.
Must pass drug test, background check, and employment verification.

Nice To Haves

Certified General Surgery Coder (CGSC).
Outpatient professional fee revenue cycle experience.

Responsibilities

Review operative reports and physician documentation to assign accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
Ensure coding compliance and maximize charge capture.
Act as liaison between clinical and billing teams.
Maintain accuracy and timeliness of patient medical records.
Meet productivity and QA standards (must pass QA within one month).
Attend coding seminars and participate in educational sessions as required.