Certified Coder - Surgical Coding

Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, pa; Florida; Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Holiday Pay

No weekend requirements

Zusammenfassung

Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute is seeking a Certified Medical Coder to coordinate, verify, and code ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for all surgical procedures within our orthopedic practice in a timely manner.

The role requires knowledge of orthopedic procedures and EMR/EPM systems, with experience in billing, modifiers, and reporting to physicians and staff to ensure accurate charges and efficient reimbursement.

Qualifikationen

• Orthopedic surgical coding knowledge.
• Experience with ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS coding.
• Knowledge of EMR/EPM systems.
• Understanding of insurance plans (HMO/PPO, Medicare, Medicaid, Worker's Comp).
• Medical terminology and anatomy knowledge.

Aufgaben

• Codes surgical procedures performed and diagnosis on charge.
• Verifies and completes charge information in database and produces billing.
• Provides additional information and reports to physicians and staff on appropriate codes.
• Appends modifiers when appropriate.

Kenntnisse

Spreadsheet proficiency

Written & verbal communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

Athena EMR/EPM

Jobbeschreibung

Description

The Certified Medical Coder is responsible for coordinating, verifying and coding appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for all surgical procedures within our orthopedic practice in a timely manner.

• Codes surgical procedures performed and diagnosis on charge.
• Verifies and completes charge information in database and produces billing.
• Provides additional information and reports to physicians and staff on appropriate codes.
• Appends modifiers when appropriate.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Codes surgical procedures performed and diagnosis on charge.
• Verifies and completes charge information in database and produces billing.
• Provides additional information and reports to physicians and staff on appropriate codes.
• Appends modifiers when appropriate.

Knowledge

Performance Requirements

• Knowledge of medical practices and surgical procedures - specifically in orthopedics
• Knowledge of computerized billing, EMR/EPM system. Athena Healthcare experience a plus!
• Knowledge of traditional insurance plans, HMO/PPO’s, Medicare, Medicaid, and Worker’s Comp.
• Knowledge medical terminology and anatomy of the body.

Skills

• Proficient skills in computer programs including spreadsheets.
• Skill in written and verbal communication and customer relations.

Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly.
• Ability to enter accurate data and examine documents for accuracy.
• Ability to deal courteously with physicians, patients, and staff.
• Ability to read and understand operative reports / chart notes.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Holiday Pay
• No weekend requirements

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.

Experience

Minimum 2 years billing experience in an orthopedic healthcare setting

Other Requirements

CPC certification

Job Type

Full-time, exempt position. Monday through Friday 8:15 AM to 5 PM.

Work Location

In person at our Palm Beach Gardens location.