Orthopedic Surgical Coder (CPC) – 1-Year Contract

Vertek Solutions; Eskdale (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertek Solutions is seeking an experienced Certified Professional Coder with strong outpatient orthopedic coding experience. The role focuses on professional-fee coding for Orthopedic surgical services, ensuring accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT coding based on documentation and current guidelines.

The candidate will review documentation for proper coding, assist with reimbursement follow-up and AR activities, and ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong recent experience with Orthopedic Surgery coding.
• Deep knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding.
• Experience coding for professional/physician services.
• Familiarity with physician billing and reimbursement processes.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
• Professional coding certifications preferred (CPC/CCA/CCS-P/CPC-H, RHIA, RHIT, or related).

Responsibilities

• Perform professional-fee coding for Orthopedic surgical services.
• Assign accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes based on documentation and guidelines.
• Review documentation to ensure correct coding and billing.
• Support reimbursement follow-up and accounts receivable activities.
• Maintain compliance with payer regulations and coding guidelines.
• Stay current on coding guidelines and documentation requirements.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery coding

Meditech experience

Physician coding experience

ICD-10-CM and CPT knowledge

Physician billing & reimbursement

Medicare/Medicaid regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Vertek Solutions is seeking an experienced Certified Professional Coder with strong outpatient orthopedic coding experience. The role focuses on professional-fee coding for Orthopedic surgical services, ensuring accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT coding based on documentation and current guidelines.

The candidate will review documentation for proper coding, assist with reimbursement follow-up and AR activities, and ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer regulations.