Coding Specialist (General Surgery) Job at Omm IT Solutions, Linthicum Heights, MD

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  • Omm IT Solutions
  • Linthicum Heights, MD

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Please Note:

  • Shift Schedule: Remote 5X8, M-F.
  • Client has set shifts/schedules for contractor to choose from.
  • All morning starts.
  • Conversion: Yes, Temp to Hire
  • Interviews: Virtual
  • CANDIDATES MUST HAVE THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT TO WORK OFF OF.
  • CANDIDATES MUST UNDERSTAND THERE IS AN EXPECTATION OF HOW MANY CHARTS SHOULD BE CODED PER HOUR.

JOB SUMMARY:

  • Under direct supervision ensures charges are coded appropriately from the medical record as necessary and are entered into the billing system accurately.
  • May code medical records for surgical practices utilizing ICD-9/ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT-4 coding conventions.
  • Assigns specified codes to medical diagnoses with some coding of specific clinical procedures.

Requirements

JOB REQUIRMENTS:

  • HS Diploma/GED
  • Certification as a CPC or CCS-P required.
  • Proficient in assigning and abstracting ICD-10-CM and CPT codes from provider documentation.
  • 2+ years’ experience with coding General Surgery professional services required.
  • 2+ years’ experience with coding General Surgery procedures in Hospital setting for professional services preferred.
  • Certified General Surgery Coder (CGSC) preferred.
  • Three (3) years’ experience in production coding in a surgical setting or in a physician practice environment required
  • Outpatient professional fee revenue cycle management experience preferred

JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Deciphers operative reports and other physician medical record documentation to appropriately select codes and maximize charge capture.
  • Ensures coding compliance with established standards and guidelines.
  • Acts as liaison between the clinical and billing departments.
  • Answers questions from billing in a timely manner.
  • Responsible for ensuring quality, accuracy and timeliness of clinical data contained in patient’s medical record by reviewing and analyzing medical information provided by physicians for reimbursement, statistical and indexing purposes
  • Meets established productivity and proficiency standards.
  • Attends coding seminars, hospital and departmental meetings as required or assigned. Actively participates in hospital educational in-services.
  • Utilizes appropriate customer relation skills to ensure all customers are treated with respect and dignity and that the confidentiality of their data is upheld.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Shift work, Day shift,

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