Orthopedic Medical Coder (Remote) — 95%+ Accuracy

Specialty Orthopedic Group; Tupelo (AL); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Specialty Orthopedic Group is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Coder to translate clinical documentation into standardized codes (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS) to support accurate billing, reporting, and compliance. You will collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, and the billing team to ensure timely and accurate coding.

The role requires meeting daily production goals with a target of 95% accuracy monthly, using electronic health records in an ICD-10 environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited medical coding or health information program.
• Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, and modifier usage.
• Experience with EHR and practice management systems.
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer policies.
• Minimum of 2+ years of medical coding experience (orthopedics highly preferred).
• Hands-on experience with electronic health records (EHR/EMR) systems and CAC software.
• Strong working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, and reimbursement methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member; proficient in Excel and Word.

Responsabilités

• Code Assignment: Review patient medical records and assign ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes per guidelines.
• Documentation Review: Verify medical necessity and identify documentation gaps.
• Query Management: Communicate with physicians to clarify documentation.
• Compliance & Auditing: Adhere to coding rules, HIPAA, CMS, and policies; participate in audits.
• Denials & Edits: Review and resolve claim edits; assist in appeals.
• Production & Quality Standards: Meet productivity targets and maintain audit accuracy.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited medical coding/health information program

RHIT/RHIA/CCST/CCS certification

Outils

EHR/EMR systems

CAC software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Description du poste

Specialty Orthopedic Group is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Coder to translate clinical documentation into standardized codes (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS) to support accurate billing, reporting, and compliance. You will collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, and the billing team to ensure timely and accurate coding.

The role requires meeting daily production goals with a target of 95% accuracy monthly, using electronic health records in an ICD-10 environment.