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Coder II

  • Full Time, onsite
  • Premier Orthopaedics
  • Newtown Square, United States of America
Salary undisclosed

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Join our Team at Premier Orthopaedics!

Title: Coder II

Location: 100% Remote

Schedule: Daytime Eastern Standard Time.

About Us

Premier is a leading orthopedic practice committed to diagnosing and treating a wide range of orthopedic injuries and conditions. We operate in over 50 locations and have more than 70 physicians dedicated to providing exceptional care across the Greater Philadelphia area. With a team of nearly 1,000 employees, we thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes collaboration and patient satisfaction.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive benefits, including medical, vision, and dental plans, 100% employer-paid life insurance, and a 401(k) match.
  • Generous paid sick and vacation time.
  • 7 Paid Holidays per year.
  • Flexible work hours.
  • Excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.
  • Employee referral reward program.

Essential Functions

  • Abstracts data in compliance with national, regional, and local policies, and interprets and reviews medical record documentation to assign accurate ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT procedure codes.
  • Utilizes practice management system (PMS) to accurately account for demographics and services performed for all scheduled and unscheduled surgical cases according to standard procedures and coding guidelines.
  • Utilizes individual hospital medical record systems and coordinates with physicians and staff to obtain clinical documents and demographics required for appropriate coding and billing for all hospital procedures.
  • Provides education and support to clinical areas regarding appropriate documentation and coding of services to achieve accurate billing. Maintains effective communication with providers concerning coding issues.

Minimum Qualifications

  • At least three years of experience in provider coding and medical terminology with extensive knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPC coding required. Previous experience working in orthopaedic coding is required.
  • Accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (CCS-P) or the American Academy of Professional Coders (CPC).
  • Must have a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and orthopedic procedures Head to Toe with a emphasis in hand surgery.
  • Ability to stay up-to-date on coding guidelines and regulations to ensure compliance with insurance and government requirements.
  • Must be able to meet established coding, abstracting quality and productivity standards.
  • Experience with various coding software. Possesses PC skills, both keyboarding and applications.
  • Strong understanding of Evaluation and Management as well as in office procedures.
  • Must be able to communicate with healthcare providers and staff to clarify documentation and ensure accurate coding.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Excellent attention to details.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of sequencing diagnoses and procedure codes outlined in the ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set, CMS guidelines, and other resources as applicable.