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Ambulatory Coder III, Ortho, FT, Days, - Remote

Prisma Health, Greenville, SC, United States


Job Summary

Responsible for abstracting and validating CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS codes for inpatient, outpatient and physician's office/clinic settings. Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines. Maintains knowledge of coding/billing updates and payer specific coding guidelines. Serves as a subject matter expert for assigned specialty.
Essential Functions

All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Abstracts/codes for assigned provider(s)/division(s) based on medical record documentation. Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines.
Utilizes appropriate coding software and coding resources in order to determine correct codes.
Communicates billing related issues to assigned supervisor/manager and participates in meetings in order to improve overall billing, when applicable.
Follows departmental policies for charge corrections.
Participates in coding educational opportunities (webinars, in house training, etc.).
Provides feedback to providers in order to clarify and resolve coding concerns.
Resolves assigned pre-billing edits.
Assists in identifying areas that require additional training.
Mentors and assists in training other coders and new team members
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
Minimum Requirements

Education - High School diploma or equivalent or post-high school diploma / highest degree earned. Associate degree preferred
Experience - Five (5) years professional fee coding experience
In Lieu Of

NA
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Specialty Certification from AAPC that correlates with assigned specialty
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Maintain knowledge of governmental and commercial payer guidelines.
Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
Proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, database
Data entry skills
Mathematical skills
Work Shift

Day (United States of America)
Location

Patewood Outpt Ctr/Med Offices
Facility

7001 Corporate
Department

70019178 Medical Group Coding & Education Services

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