Orthopedic Medical Coder – AHIMA/AAPC Certified

OrthoNebraska; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Clinic Medical Coder to translate patient chart data into standardized codes for the professional component. The role requires attention to detail and knowledge of coding guidelines, with AHIMA or AAPC certification and a year of coding experience, ideally in orthopedics.

You will work with Cerner EHR, manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate coding and compliant health information management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current/active Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC required.
• 1+ year experience actively coding, including E/M levels; Orthopedic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical record documentation and accurately code and sequence diagnoses and procedures.
• Input codes and required medical record data items.
• Complete coding and health information management compliance audits and other projects as assigned by Coding and Compliance Coordinator/Health Information Manager.
• Provide customer service and support public relations.
• Participate in coding and documentation performance improvement activities; comply with safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Handle additional duties as assigned within competency.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cerner

Job description

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Clinic Medical Coder to translate patient chart data into standardized codes for the professional component. The role requires attention to detail and knowledge of coding guidelines, with AHIMA or AAPC certification and a year of coding experience, ideally in orthopedics.

You will work with Cerner EHR, manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate coding and compliant health information management.