Coding Specialist, ASC

Panorama LASIK; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accruals (3 weeks)

Comprehensive medical & dental

Company paid optical allowance

Company paid routine eye care

Disability insurances

Educational allowance

Paid holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

Panorama Eyecare in Fort Collins, CO is seeking an Ambulatory Surgery Center Coding Specialist to ensure accurate health data and proper insurance billing. You will pull data between EMA and mmASC to verify surgery orders and code accuracy, while working closely with Billing and Revenue Cycle Management.

This role requires attention to detail and strong data-entry skills. The position is full-time and located at the Eye Center of Northern Colorado.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification: CPC or CCS preferred.
• Knowledge: Medical terminology, human anatomy.
• Skills: Attention to detail, data-entry, computer proficiency.
• Teamwork: Collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Code for 3 busy Operating Rooms.
• Verify that EMA orders match surgery codes in mmASC.
• Verify and compare codes to Operative Notes for correct billing codes.
• Pull physician standing orders electronically from EMA to mmASC.
• Collaborate with Billing and Revenue Cycle Management to ensure codes are accurate and complete.
• Complete tasks daily in the ASC Billing Task folder.
• Submit billing sheets daily to RCM.
• Read doctor notes and assign correct ICD-10 or CPT codes.
• Verify Co-management physician information in the EHR.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and update files per new rules.
• Resolve errors and correct billing mistakes promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMA

mmASC

Job description

Description

Who We Are

At Panorama Eyecare, we are not just a team; we are a community of dedicated professionals united in our quest to provide the best eyecare anywhere. Our unflinching commitment to excellence and our core values are what make us an Employer of Choice. Join us in shaping the future of eyecare as we thrive together!

The Role

An Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Coding Specialist ensures accuracy in health data and helps healthcare facilities get paid correctly by insurance companies. The ASC Coding Specialist will also be responsible for pulling electronic data over from one system to another, to ensure that orders for surgery are accurate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Code for 3 busy Operating Rooms
• Ensure information from EMA matches order for surgery in mmASC (this will serve as a verification that codes entered match the order)
• Verify and compare codes to Operative Notes to ensure the billing code is correct
• Pull physician standing orders electronically from EMA to mmASC
• Work closely with Billing and Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) to ensure codes are accurate and complete
• Complete tasks daily in the ASC Billing Task folder
• Submit billing sheets daily to RCM
• Translate records: Read doctor notes and assign correct ICD-10 or CPT codes.
• Verification of Co-management physicians; ensure appropriate information is in the EHR
• Maintain compliance: Follow strict privacy laws like HIPAA and update files based on new rules
• Resolve errors: correct billing mistakes in a timely manner

Requirements

Who You Are:

Performance/Skills Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or a comparable coding credential preferred.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, and basic mathematics.
• Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong computer proficiency, and accurate data-entry skills.
• Teamwork: A positive attitude and a collaborative, team-oriented approach are essential.

Additional Job Details:

• This is a full-time position. This position will be working out of the Eye Center of Northern Colorado (3151 Precision Dr. Fort Collins, CO 80528) with travel required to Denver Eye Surgeons ( 13772 Denver W Pkwy #100, Lakewood, CO 80401) and Cheyenne Eye Clinic and Vision (1300 E 20th St, Cheyenne, WY 82001) as needed.
• Compensation for this role will be $23-27 per hour based on experience.

Our Growth Opportunities

At Panorama Eyecare, we care about our employee’s ability to grow within the company. Therefore, we have created career growth plans that allow employees the ability to work toward their professional growth. We encourage all employees to apply for internal openings they may be qualified for, and we welcome the opportunity to interview and coach employees on how to grow.

Our Employee Perks

• PTO Accruals Start at 3 Weeks
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Optical Allowance
• Company Paid Routine Eye Care
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Educational Allowance
• Generous Paid Holiday Program
• 401K With Company Match

Join Our Team!

Embark on a rewarding journey with Panorama Eyecare and become part of a team that embodies the values of Partnership, Engagement, Excellence, and Stewardship. As an Eyecare Professional, you will not only provide exceptional patient care, but also shape the future of our practices. Together, we are transforming the eyecare landscape. Our job postings are open for 30 days or until a qualified candidate is hired.

EEOC

Panorama Eyecare is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by law.