Certified Professional Coder

Full Time

Hampton, VA

Job description

Certified Professional Coder

Tidewater Orthopaedics Business Office is recruiting for a full time Certified Professional Coder to join our fast and professional team. Advance knowledge with ICD-10 coding we be required to perform daily audits on all medical services provided.

Responsibilities:

  • Codes surgeries from operative reports within 2 days of the surgery date.
  • Ensures that ‘clean’ claims are submitted at a rate of 98% or higher.
  • Develops a relationship with each doctor to open communications for coding discrepancies.
  • Assists Billing Specialists with appeals on surgery claims and coding related denials.
  • Responsible for reviewing schedules daily for unposted claims and ensuring correct diagnosis codes, modifiers, etc. are applied before releasing claims for submission.
  • Stays active with local chapter of AAPC and keeps all providers and Business Office personnel up-to-date with any changes in coding procedures.
  • Assists with quarterly chart audits
  • Enters accurate and detailed notes on accounts.
  • Conducts self in accordance with TOA’s employee handbook.
  • Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: * Certified Professional Coder Certificate Required from Nationally Recognized Accredited Organization

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Knowledge of professional-level medical coding.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook.
  • Understanding of insurance billing procedures and practices.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Understanding of medical insurance contracts and reimbursements.
  • Basic typing and 10-key skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.

Physical Demand:Frequently sitting. Ability to pull, lift, carry and push less than 5lbs repetitive. Frequent stooping, kneeling, balancing, climbing and balancing. 95% of work will be performed inside with noise and/or vibrations. No extreme heat, cold, wet or humid work environment. Repetitive physical and verbal interaction with patients.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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