Medical Coder - FT (In Office)

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A healthcare organization is hiring a Surgical Coder in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role involves assigning and sequencing accurate CPT and ICD-10 codes for surgical procedures, entering them into management software, and resolving insurance payment issues. Candidates should have a high school diploma and CPC certification. Skills in medical terminology and independent work are vital. Benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) plan, among others.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with CPT and ICD-10 coding in a healthcare organization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review operative reports and assign accurate CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Enter codes into practice management software for claim submission.
• Analyze data when insurance denies payment for surgical procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding

Ability to communicate clearly

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Job description

Job Title: Surgical Coder
*Typical Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30-5pm
Job Type: Full Time

We always strive to make your experience at Nebraska Orthopaedic Center a friendly, comfortable, and positive one. We want you to feel you received the same high-quality care we would offer a member of your own family. At NOC, we strive to be your healing destination.

Essential Duties

• Reviews operative reports and assigns andsequencesaccurateCPT codes, modifiers, and ICD-10 codes to surgical procedures.
• EntersCPT,modifiersand ICD-10 codes into the practice management software for claim submission.
• Reviews and analyzes data when insurance denies payment of surgical procedures. Ensures proper codes weresubmittedand files appeal letter if neededin order toreceive proper reimbursement.
• Responsible for tracking appeals.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant coding changes as they becomes effective andassistsin implementing them.
• Answersquestions from patients, clinical and billing staff.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA Guidelines.
• Assistsprior authorization team with needed CPT codes for upcoming surgical cases to obtain authorization.
• Assistspatients with Surgical estimates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Oneyear experiencewith CPT and ICD-10codingin a healthcareorganizationpreferred.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)required.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations,techniquesandprocedure; and anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge and understanding of official coding rulesestablishedby the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for assignment of procedural codes.
• Knowledge andproficiencyin both CPT and ICD-10 coding
• Knowledge of billing practices and clinic policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to research and resolve a wide variety of problems.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written with clinical and non-clinical staff as well as the public.

Our physicians have trained among some of the top medical experts and training facilities in the nation. We place a great deal of value on each and every opportunity we have to assist patients to regain the quality of life they deserve. Our commitment to the University of Nebraska Athletic Department (Husker Team Physicians), area high schools, and recreational athletes shows our motivation to minimize an athlete’s downtime so they can complete to the best of their ability. For more information go to: www.nebraskaortho.com

EOE

*Schedules can vary depending on department needs.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance