Orthopedic Coder

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; West Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare consulting firm is seeking a Coder with experience in Orthopedics for a remote position requiring one day in-office each month. Candidates must reside in Illinois and have a coding certification along with at least 3 years of coding experience. The role involves reviewing charges, obtaining information from clinicians, and handling appeals related to coding errors.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Must have coding certification or RHIT/RHIA.
• At least 3 years of experience in coding.
• Specific experience in coding for orthopedics is required.

Responsibilities

• Review charges and correct coding errors.
• Obtain charge information from clinical staff.
• Generate reports related to coding audits.
• Handle coding appeals and denials.
• Communicate with physicians regarding coding issues.

Skills

Coding certification

Orthopedics coding experience

Communication skills

Job description

LHH is seeking a Coder with experience in Orthopedics, for our client outside Chicago. This is a remote position with 1 day/month in-office. You must reside in Illinois to be considered for this role.

Hiring method: Direct Hire

Salary: $55-65k, DOE

Job summary:

• Reviewing charges and correcting errors, applying coding to patient charts
• Obtaining charge information from physicians or other clinical staff
• Generating reports regarding coding audits
• Working appeals and denials related to coding, making coding edits/corrections
• Corresponding with physicians or other clinical staff members as needed, regarding Coding issues or corrections

Qualifications:

• Coding certification or RHIT/RHIA (required)
• 3 years of experience in (coding)
• Coding for orthopedics (required)

Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, paid holidays and paid time off, and mental health support, among others.

Pay Details: $55,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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