Surgical Coder - Physician

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Reviews, analyzes, and codes medical record documentation to include, but not limited to, medical

diagnostic and complex procedural information for general surgical specialties for the correct ICD-10,

CPT and/or HCPCS codes to the greatest specificity. Abstracts demographic and coding information into

the information system accurately and completely. Reviews documentation for medical necessity. Audits

orders and claims before submission for entirety and accuracy and to minimize claim denials. Assesses

records and prepares reports. Provides technical guidance to physicians and other departmental staff in

identifying and resolving issues or errors. Develops effective working relationship with physicians and

other stakeholders. Primary coding responsibility is diagnostic and complex procedural and surgery

coding.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Coding experience required.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

One or more certifications required: CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CCS-P.

Coding Certificate program (AAPC accredited preferred).

Experience in coding across multiple specialties and remote coding experience is a plus.