IP Surgery Coder

Coding Concepts; Gilbert (AZ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established remote position for an IP Surgery Coder at a leading healthcare company, focusing on accurate coding of surgical procedures in inpatient and outpatient settings. Candidates should possess a CPC or CCS certification and a minimum of five years of relevant experience to ensure compliance with coding guidelines and achieve appropriate reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of surgery coding experience.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS.
• Ability to interpret surgical procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for surgical procedures.
• Abstract information from medical records for accuracy.
• Conduct self-audits and participate in quality reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Meditech

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About Us

At Coding Concepts, our foundation is built on core values of integrity, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. Our primary goal is to collaborate with clients to achieve their strategic objectives. We are dedicated to helping them develop a robust foundation and effective business strategy, ensuring their success.

Facility Surgery Coder

Job Title | Facility Surgery Coder

Location | Remote

Company | Coding Concepts, LLC

About Us

At Coding Concepts, our foundation is built on core values of integrity, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. Our primary goal is to collaborate with clients to achieve their strategic objectives. We are dedicated to helping them develop a robust foundation and effective business strategy, ensuring their success.

Job Summary

The Facility Surgery Coder is responsible for reviewing and assigning accurate medical codes for surgical procedures, diagnoses, and services provided in inpatient and outpatient settings. Specialties included but not limited to general surgery, gynecology, pain management (injections, implants, and epidurals), spine (fusion and implants), orthopedics, ear, nose, and throat. The coder ensures compliance with coding guidelines, payer regulations, and hospital policies to facilitate appropriate reimbursement and data integrity.

Job Description

• Assign, accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for surgical procedures, diagnoses, and services based on provider documentation.
• Abstract pertinent information from medical records to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Validate documentation to ensure coding meets regulatory, payer, and institutional requirements.
• Query physicians or other healthcare providers when clarification is needed.
• Adhere to Official Coding Guidelines, CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic, and payer policies to maintain compliance.
• Conduct self-audits and participate in quality reviews to maintain accuracy and meet productivity standards.
• Stay updated with Medicare, Medicaid, and private payer regulations related to surgical coding.
• Assist in coding-related audits, denials, and appeals by providing accurate coding justifications.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or equivalent coding certification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in surgery coding within a hospital and ambulatory setting.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II, and DRG/APC reimbursement systems.
• Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Meditech).
• Ability to interpret operative reports and surgical procedures accurately.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology related to surgery.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet productivity benchmarks.
  
  
  

This is a remote position.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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