Coder II - Surgical (Remote)

DaMar Staffing; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a skilled Coder II to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for patients across Cedars-Sinai and affiliates. You will ensure accurate modifiers and maintain high data quality for optimal reimbursement.

Requirements include CPC certification, 3+ years surgical coding experience, and familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and regulatory reporting. Remote work is approved for several states.

Qualifications

• Certified Procedural Coder (CPC) required.
• CIRCC (Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder) Preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of surgical coding experience within a multi-specialty medical group or multi-specialty physician practice.
• Familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding and payment methodologies.
• Working knowledge of California and National reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate and timely coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers).
• Maintains familiarity with coding regulations, Medicare rules, visits and procedures on the same day, consultation vs. referral, surgeries, etc.

Skills

CPC certification

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

Multi-specialty surgical coding

Medicare rules knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CIRCC certification

Job description

Job Description

Align yourself with an organization that has a reputation for excellence! Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We also were awarded the Advisory Board Company's Workplace of the Year. We provide an outstanding benefit package that includes healthcare, paid time off and a 403(b). Join us! Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals.

What will you be doing in this role?

Under general direction of the Coding Supervisor, (using knowledge of CSMC and Official Coding guidelines, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathological basis of disease, documented treatment and procedures performed at CSMC and Cedars-Sinai Affiliates and their locations) assigns ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for patients receiving services at CSMC. Accurately assigns all applicable modifiers for all patients to assure optimal reimbursement and the highest quality data possible Duties of this Coder II include:

• Performs accurate and timely coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers).

• Maintains familiarity with issues like coding regulations, Medicare rules, visits and procedures on the same day, consultation vs. referral, surgeries, etc.

• Understands and implements coding guidelines for multi-specialty surgical practices and/or complex surgical coding.

• Attends seminars and workshops, as applicable, for updates on new coding rules and regulations.

• Elevates issues, as appropriate, to the Coding Supervisor and Manager.

• Meets productivity and quality standards as designated by Coding Supervisor and Manager.

• Understands coding trends to include NCD, LCD, and CMS guidelines.

• Identifies trends and issues with overall division and individual physician coding practices and presents solutions.

• Maintains confidentiality of patient care and business matters.

• Follows policies and procedures pertinent to the coding and compliance departments.

Approved Remote States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon, Texas

Qualifications

Requirements:

Certified Procedural Coder (CPC) required.

CIRCC (Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder) Preferred.

High school diploma or GED required.

Experience we are Seeking:

Minimum of 3 years of surgical coding experience within a multi-specialty medical group or multi-specialty physician practice (i.e., Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, General Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Gastroenterology)

Familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding and payment methodologies.

Working knowledge of all California and National reporting requirements.

Why Work Here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.