Remote Surgical Coder: Otolaryngology & Pro Fee

NorthBay Health; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthBay Health seeks a Professional Surgical Coder to translate medical procedures into ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes for professional billing in outpatient and inpatient settings. Candidates should possess strong medical terminology knowledge, coding guidelines and HIPAA compliance.

The role involves querying providers, educating on coding requirements, using EHR/encoder systems, and maintaining accurate, compliant coding for timely reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of professional fee coding experience, including surgical coding.
• Experience in inpatient and outpatient settings across multiple specialties.
• Certification in CPC/CCS/CCS-P preferred.

Responsibilities

• Code diagnoses and procedures for pro-fee and surgical billing in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Query providers to clarify documentation and ensure coding accuracy.
• Educate providers on coding requirements and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Ensure codes are accurate and comply with guidelines and regulations.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards within the coding department.

Skills

Medical terminology

Coding guidelines

Communication with providers

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College coursework a plus

Tools

EMR system

Encoder system

Cerner

Job description

NorthBay Health seeks a Professional Surgical Coder to translate medical procedures into ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes for professional billing in outpatient and inpatient settings. Candidates should possess strong medical terminology knowledge, coding guidelines and HIPAA compliance.

The role involves querying providers, educating on coding requirements, using EHR/encoder systems, and maintaining accurate, compliant coding for timely reimbursement.