Under general direction of the Coding Supervisor, this role assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and applicable modifiers for surgical and multispecialty physician services to support optimal reimbursement and accurate clinical data.
Key responsibilities include:
- Perform accurate and timely coding for CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, and modifiers.
- Apply coding regulations and Medicare guidelines, including same-day visits/procedures, consultation vs. referral, and surgeries.
- Code for multi-specialty surgical practices and complex surgical services.
- Stay current on new coding rules through seminars and workshops.
- Escalate coding issues to the Coding Supervisor and Manager as needed.
- Meet productivity and quality standards.
- Identify coding trends related to NCD, LCD, and CMS guidelines.
- Recognize division- and physician-level coding trends and recommend solutions.
- Maintain patient and business confidentiality.
- Follow coding and compliance department policies and procedures.
Approved remote states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon, Texas.
Requirements & Qualifications
Qualifications
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required.
- Certified Orthopaedic Surgery Coder (COSC) preferred.
- Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC) preferred.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience performing ICD-10 and CPT code assignments in a healthcare setting.
- Minimum of 2 years of surgical coding experience in a multi-specialty medical group or physician practice.
- Experience with orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, neurospine, cardiology, and multispecialty coding.
- Familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding, and payment methodologies.
- Working knowledge of California and national reporting requirements.
Benefits & Perks
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Paid time off
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Inclusive and diverse workplace environment
Location
Los Angeles, California, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 weeks ago
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