Ambulatory Coder III

Role Overview

• 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.
• Abstracts/codes for assigned provider(s)/division(s) based on medical record documentation.
• 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.

Requirements

• Five (5) years professional fee coding experience
• High School diploma or equivalent or post-high school diploma / highest degree earned
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Specialty Certification from AAPC that correlates with assigned specialty
• Maintain knowledge of governmental and commercial payer guidelines.

Benefits

• health insurance
• retirement plans
• professional development