Surgical Coding Specialist (CPC) - Multi-Specialty Expert

Cedars-Sinai; California; Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid time off

403(b)

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai seeks a Certified Procedural Coder to join its coding team in Los Angeles.

Under general supervision, you will assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for patients, apply modifiers, and ensure accurate data for optimal reimbursement.

The role requires CPC certification, several years of surgical coding experience, familiarity with Medicare rules and California/National reporting requirements, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Certified CPC required.
• Certified Surgical Specialty Credentials (CGSC or others) preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of surgical coding experience within a multi-specialty medical group or multi-specialty physician practice (e.g., Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, General Surgery, Obstetrics / Gynecology, Gastroenterology).
• Familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding and payment methodologies.
• Working knowledge of California and National reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate and timely coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers).
• Maintains familiarity with coding regulations, Medicare rules, visits and procedures on the same day, consultation vs.referral, surgeries, etc.
• Understands and implements coding guidelines for multi-specialty surgical practices and / or complex surgical coding.
• Attends seminars and workshops, as applicable, for updates on new coding rules and regulations.
• Elevates issues, as appropriate, to the Coding Supervisor and Manager.
• Meets productivity and quality standards as designated by Coding Supervisor and Manager.
• Understands coding trends to include NCD, LCD, and CMS guidelines.
• Identifies trends and issues with overall division and individual physician coding practices and presents solutions.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient care and business matters.
• Follows policies and procedures pertinent to the coding and compliance departments.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

Modifier application

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Education

Certified Procedural Coder (CPC)

Surgical specialty credentials (CGSC)

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Medicare rules knowledge

Job description

Cedars-Sinai seeks a Certified Procedural Coder to join its coding team in Los Angeles.

Under general supervision, you will assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for patients, apply modifiers, and ensure accurate data for optimal reimbursement.

The role requires CPC certification, several years of surgical coding experience, familiarity with Medicare rules and California/National reporting requirements, and a commitment to confidentiality.