Certified Physician Coder

Daily Responsibilities:

• Reviews medical records and codes physician services utilizing current

• ICD and CPT classifications systems.

• Verifies billable physician services by reviewing physician documentation for adherence to the “Physician At Teaching

Hospital” rules set forth by the federal government.

• Submits to their Senior Coder any issues or trends found within the documentation of a particular physician for evaluation and follow up.

• Assembles and inputs coding results into the current Practice

• Management billing system in order to expedite proper billing.

• Batches and balances daily charges checking provider, place of service, date of service, referring physician, diagnoses

and procedures

• Collaborates with members of the specialty team to monitor and satisfy corporate financial goals within their specialty.

• Interfaces with the Central Business Office to ensure appropriate and complete follow up of patient accounts in order to maximize reimbursement.

• Communicates effectively with physicians, physician extenders, physician offices, members of the coding team and

manager.

• Utilizes resource material available in department to support accurate coding practices.

• Maintains patient confidentiality.

• Demonstrates good communication skills both verbal and written.

• Provides data for production reports

• Maintains 90% accuracy rate.

• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and otherfederal, state and local standards.

• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

• Minimum of one year coding or billing experience in professional or physician practice coding. HS Diploma or equivalent.

• Completion of coding certificate program required

• Computer/typing literacy, working knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Medical terminology required.

• Thorough knowledge of CPT, ICD as evidenced by results of coding skills test.

• Must maintain one of the following national certifications:

• Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A) through the American Academy of

• Professional Coders renewed every year

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional

• Coders renewed every year

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) through the American Health Information

• Management Association (AHIMA) renewed every year.

• Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P) through the American Health Information

• Management Association (AHIMA) renewed every year.

• Certified Coding Associate (CCA) through the American Health Information

• Management Association (AHIMA) renewed every year.

Hours for this Position:

Monday-Friday, be flexible between 8-5

Advantages of this Opportunity:

• Competitive salary $33,280-$50,000 per year pending experience

• Excellent Medical benefits Offered, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and PTO

• Growth potential

• Fun and positive work environment