Job Description
Job Description
- Must have comprehensive, working knowledge of CPT & ICD codes.
- The ability to read and code directly from Progress Notes and Op Reports – this is NOT a data entry position. They will not have the codes handed to them by the doctor, they are reading clinical documentation and coding appropriately.
- They are advising physicians on their coding – if something is billed too high, too low, if the physician missed something he/she could have billed for. They are the experts the doctors turn to for advice and guidance.
- Communication, specifically proactive communication is a must.
- Familiarity with office, hospital, and procedure billing.
- Organization, speed, and accuracy are crucial for this role – each Coder bills around 150-200 claims per day, candidate must be comfortable with that threshold .
- CPC & E-Clinical Works experience preferred; minimum of 2 + experience required.